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Crispin

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Crispin is a boy’s name of Latin origin, meaning “Crispin derives from the Latin word "crispus," meaning "curly-haired."”. It currently ranks #6893 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2007.

Letters7
Syllables2
OriginLatin

What Crispin Means

Crispin derives from the Latin word "crispus," meaning "curly-haired."

The Story of Crispin

This Latin name, meaning 'curly-haired,' carries an artistic flair and an independent spirit that feels tailor-made for your son.

Crispin derives from the Latin word 'crispus,' meaning 'curly-haired,' a descriptive and charming origin for a name. Its use dates back centuries, famously associated with Saint Crispin, the patron saint of shoemakers. The name found a niche in English-speaking countries and, while never reaching mass popularity, has maintained a distinctive presence, peaking in the early 2000s.

To utter 'Crispin' is to evoke a sense of creative energy and a unique individuality. When you imagine writing this name on a child's artwork, it feels fittingly artistic. This is a name for a son you envision with a curious mind and an independent spirit, someone who carves his own distinctive path through the world.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Crispin Glover

    American actor known for eccentric, offbeat roles

Personality Traits

UniqueIndependentArtisticIntellectual

Peak Year

#39 in 2007

Total Births

1,805

First Recorded

1915

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