"crow crossing"
Origin: Old English
Language: English
Crawford
Pronunciation: [ kr-AWF-erd ]
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A distinguished surname name with crow-and-river roots
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The Story of Crawford
Crawford is an Old English surname meaning ford of the crows, combining the elements craw (crow) and ford (river crossing). As a place name it appears throughout England and Scotland, most notably in Lanarkshire. Surname-to-first-name transfers like Crawford have been fashionable since the late 19th century and have surged again in the modern era of Last Name First naming.
Crawford as a first name has been slowly climbing US charts as parents seek distinguished surname names with strong consonants. The surname-as-first-name trend that brought popularity to names like Cooper, Parker, and Fletcher is now lifting Crawford into notice.
The Crawford surname has strong Scottish clan associations, particularly in Lanarkshire. As a first name it projects a gentlemanly, old-money American sensibility, partly shaped by associations with Broderick Crawford and Joan Crawford.
Historical Record
Crawford first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,172 babies have been named Crawford in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Crawford is past its peak , currently ranked #2,580 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Crawford County appears in multiple US states, named after Colonel William Crawford of the Revolutionary War
- Joan Crawford, born Lucille LeSueur, chose Crawford as her stage surname — ironically making it feel more feminine in some contexts
- Broderick Crawford won the Academy Award for Best Actor for All the Kings Men (1949)
Crawford in Other Languages
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Popularity Over Time
#2,580
Current Rank
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Peaked 1950
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Crawford
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Broderick Crawford
Actor
1911
Oscar-winning American actor best known for All the Kings Men and TV series Highway Patrol
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Joan Crawford
Actor
1904
Iconic Hollywood actress and Academy Award winner, one of the greatest stars of classical Hollywood cinema
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,580
- Total SSA Count
- 52
- Cultural Origins
- English Scottish American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Craw
Ford
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Crawford is also used as a girl name, ranked #18284.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Crawford
What does the name Crawford mean?
"crow crossing" (from Old English). Crawford is an Old English surname meaning ford of the crows, combining the elements craw (crow) and ford (river crossing). As a place name it appears throughout England and Scotland, most notably in Lanarkshire. Surname-to-first-name transfers like Crawford have been fashionable since the late 19th century and have surged again in the modern era of Last Name First naming.
What is the origin of the name Crawford?
Crawford has Old English, English, Scottish, and American origins. In Old English, it means "crow crossing".
Is Crawford a boy or girl name?
Crawford is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2580. As a girl name, it is ranked #18284. Crawford is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Crawford?
Crawford is pronounced kr-AWF-erd.
How popular is the name Crawford?
Crawford is currently ranked #2580 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Crawford?
Common nicknames for Crawford include Craw and Ford.
What are good middle names for Crawford?
Popular middle name pairings include Crawford James, Crawford Lee, Crawford William, Crawford Thomas, Crawford Scott, and Crawford Reid.
What are good sibling names for Crawford?
Names that pair well with Crawford as siblings include Sutton, Fletcher, Harrison, Waverly, Emerson, Graham, and Monroe.
How many syllables does Crawford have?
Crawford has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Crawford a common or rare name?
Crawford is an uncommon name, ranked #2580 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Crawford
Crawford is a boy name with English, Scottish, and American origins . The name means "crow crossing" in Old English .
Is Crawford a boy or girl name? Crawford is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,580 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #18,284. Crawford is more commonly used as a boy name.
Crawford is currently ranked #2,580 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Crawford has 2 syllables and is pronounced kr-AWF-erd, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Crawford include Craw and Ford. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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