"of the Cree people"
Origin: Indigenous North American
Language: English
Cree
Pronunciation: [ kr-EE ]
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The Story of Cree
Cree refers to one of the largest Indigenous peoples of North America, with the name derived from 'Kristineaux' or 'Kenisteno,' French adaptations of the Ojibwe name for the Cree people. The Cree Nation spans across Canada from Quebec to Alberta and into parts of the United States. As a given name, Cree honors this proud Indigenous heritage.
Cree has been used as a given name primarily in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, often by families with Indigenous heritage or those who wish to honor Indigenous cultures. It remains rare but has steady visibility.
The Cree are one of the most culturally rich Indigenous nations in North America, known for their distinct language (Cree syllabics), the stunning Cree beadwork tradition, and their central role in the fur trade era. The name carries deep respect for this living culture.
Historical Record
Cree first appeared in US Social Security records in 1989.
Over 1,103 babies have been named Cree in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cree is past its peak , currently ranked #4,741 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Cree are one of the largest groups of First Nations in Canada
- Cree syllabics — a writing system invented by James Evans in 1840 — is still used today
- The James Bay Cree successfully blocked a major hydroelectric project in the 1970s in one of the earliest Indigenous environmental victories
Cree in Other Languages
Cree
ᓀᐦᐃᔭᐤ (Nêhiyaw)
French
Cris
Ojibwe
Kristineaux
Popularity Over Time
#4,741
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1991
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Cree
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Cree Summer
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1969
Canadian-American actress and singer, known for voicing Penny in Inspector Gadget and Susie Carmichael in Rugrats
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #4,741
- Total SSA Count
- 29
- Cultural Origins
- Indigenous Canadian Indigenous American American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cree
What does the name Cree mean?
"of the Cree people" (from Indigenous North American). Cree refers to one of the largest Indigenous peoples of North America, with the name derived from 'Kristineaux' or 'Kenisteno,' French adaptations of the Ojibwe name for the Cree people. The Cree Nation spans across Canada from Quebec to Alberta and into parts of the United States. As a given name, Cree honors this proud Indigenous heritage.
What is the origin of the name Cree?
Cree has Indigenous North American, Indigenous Canadian, Indigenous American, and American origins. In Indigenous North American, it means "of the Cree people".
Is Cree a boy or girl name?
Cree is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #4741. As a boy name, it is ranked #2021. Cree is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Cree?
Cree is pronounced kr-EE.
How popular is the name Cree?
Cree is currently ranked #4741 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Cree?
Popular middle name pairings include Cree Dawn, Cree Marie, Cree Elise, Cree Lynn, Cree Sage, Cree River, and Cree Jade.
What are good sibling names for Cree?
Names that pair well with Cree as siblings include Bree, Dakota, Skye, River, Sage, and Phoenix.
How many syllables does Cree have?
Cree has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Cree a common or rare name?
Cree is an uncommon name, ranked #4741 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Cree
Cree is a girl name with Indigenous Canadian, Indigenous American, and American origins . The name means "of the Cree people" in Indigenous North American .
Is Cree a boy or girl name? Cree is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #4,741 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #2,021. Cree is more commonly used as a boy name.
Cree is currently ranked #4,741 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Cree has 1 syllable and is pronounced kr-EE, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
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