Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Crew has its origins in Old Welsh, meaning 'group' or 'troop'. It has evolved through various historical forms and is associated with teamwork. The name has no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is now perceived as a modern and trendy choice for parents.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/kruː/
Origin
Old Welsh
Etymology
The name Crew is derived from the Old Welsh word 'criw', which means 'a group' or 'a troop'. It has also been associated with the word 'crew', referring to a group of people working together, especially in a maritime context.
Meaning
group, troop
Language Evolution
Old Welsh: criw, Middle Welsh: criw, Modern English: Crew
Historical Usage
The name Crew gained popularity in the 20th century as a given name, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has been used as a surname and has seen a rise in use as a first name in recent years.
Variants & Derivatives
Cruz, Crewe
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Crew is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with a sense of camaraderie and teamwork. It has gained favor among parents looking for unique names for their children.
Famous People
Crew Jones, a character in the film 'Rad', Crew Cut, a popular hairstyle
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,418 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 47 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 13786th of 16616 | 11 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1597th of 24088 | 1,375 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 395th of 23106 | 9,767 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 14287th of 30306 | 61 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
29.97% 1373rd/4582 |
58.11% 3001st/5164 |
28.11% 2056th/7313 |
12.06% 900th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
7.10% 283rd/3984 |
10.36% 465th/4487 |
6.79% 463rd/6822 |
6.68% 419th/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Utah across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13786th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1597th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 395th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14287th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.