Crawford vs Rye

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rye

Boy #2,432 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rye grain"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,432
Total SSA Count
57
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Crawford Rank #2,580
Rye Rank #2,432

Rye is more popular, ranked #2432 vs #2580 for Crawford.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Crawford ___

  • Crawford James
  • Crawford Lee
  • Crawford William
  • Crawford Thomas
  • Crawford Scott
  • Crawford Reid

Rye ___

  • Rye James
  • Rye Alexander
  • Rye Bennett
  • Rye Oliver
  • Rye Sawyer
  • Rye August

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Crawford

Sutton Fletcher Harrison Waverly Emerson

If you choose Rye

Juniper Sage Oak Wren Fox

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Crawford or Rye more popular?

Rye is more popular, ranked #2432 compared to Crawford at #2580 in the United States.

What do Crawford and Rye mean?

Crawford means "crow crossing" (Old English origin). Rye means "rye grain" (Old English origin).

Are Crawford and Rye boy or girl names?

Crawford is primarily a boy name. Rye is primarily a boy name.

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