Crawley
KRAW-lee
Crawley is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “An English surname derived from a place name, meaning 'crow clearing' or 'crow wood'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1918.
What Crawley Means
“An English surname derived from a place name, meaning 'crow clearing' or 'crow wood'.”
The Story of Crawley
This name echoes the ancient woods where crows gathered, a place of mystery and watchful intelligence.
Crawley is an English surname derived from a place name, meaning 'crow clearing' or 'crow wood.' It painted a picture of a specific landscape, a place marked by these intelligent birds.
When you consider Crawley for your son, you see a child with an independent and determined spirit. This name suggests someone resourceful, who observes the world keenly and approaches life with a steady, reliable resolve.
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The Seeker
Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#6 in 1918
Total Births
16
First Recorded
1913
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