Crawford

Pronunciation: [ kr-AWF-erd ]

Boy Name #2,580 Most Popular Hidden Gem 2 Syllables

A distinguished surname name with crow-and-river roots

English Scottish American

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Meaning & Origin

"crow crossing"

Origin: Old English

Language: English

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.

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

French Crawford

Spanish Crawford

Scottish Gaelic Crawford

Famous People Named Crawford

Broderick Crawford

Actor

1911

Oscar-winning American actor best known for All the Kings Men and TV series Highway Patrol

Joan Crawford

Actor

1904

Iconic Hollywood actress and Academy Award winner, one of the greatest stars of classical Hollywood cinema

Sam Crawford

Athlete

1880

Hall of Fame baseball outfielder and the all-time leader in triples

Quick Facts

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

Pairs Well With

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

Sibling Names

Sutton Fletcher Harrison Waverly Emerson Graham Monroe

Also a Girl Name

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.