Crewe

“From the town on the river Crocha” — Associated with the town of Crewe in Cheshire

United Kingdom origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#7839US 2023

10Births / yr

↓Falling

104All-time births

📅 Since 200700

What does Crewe mean and where does it come from?

Crewe is a name that originates from England, specifically associated with the town of Crewe in Cheshire. The town's name itself derives from the Welsh word for 'river Crocha'. The first recorded use of 'Crewe' as a surname dates back to the late 19th century due to the growth of the town during the

Cultural significance

Crewe has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in United Kingdom-speaking communities, where it reflects values of from the town on the river crocha.

Peak popularity

Reached #7423 in 2015 — currently #7839 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Crewe?

Crewe works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Crewe Grace

How popular is Crewe right now?

Falling — down 2165 spots — currently #7839 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2023#7839 · Top 5.8%

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7839	10	▼ down 2165 · -37% births
2022	#5674	16	▲ up 5383 · +167% births
2021	#11057	6	▼ down 1822 · -25% births
2020	#9235	8	▼ down 1812 · -27% births
2015	#7423	11	▲ up 4530 · +83% births
2010	#11953	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Crewe

Best Year2022Rank #5674

Peak Count16

Average Rank#8864

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2010 - 20236 years

The story of Crewe

Crewe is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2007. With 104 total births recorded, Crewe remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11953 in 2010 to #7839 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Crewe in 2015:

Noah Liam Mason Jacob William

Crewe by decade

Crewe peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	21
2010s ★	75
2020s	8

💎Crewe has only 104 total recorded births since 2007 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Crewe?

Common

CreCrewCrewieCrewy

What names sound and feel like Crewe?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Crewe also consider these

Krewe

English · a group of

Creme

Celtic · A Celtic name

Celtic · A Celtic name

Bewe

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Hewe

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Crown

United Kingdom · English

Common questions about the name Crewe

What does the name Crewe mean?

Crewe means "From the town on the river Crocha" — a name rooted in United Kingdom tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Crewe?

Crewe is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Crewe have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Crewe?

Crewe originates from United Kingdom tradition. United Kingdom names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Crewe trending right now?

Crewe is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Crewe a common or rare name?

Crewe is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.