Crete
girl nameCrete entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #678 in 1882, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1881–2025
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rank today
#678
peak (1882)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #709 |
Living bearers
The typical Crete alive today was born around 1882, making them about 143 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Crete in 2025?
- Crete is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Crete most popular?
- Crete peaked in 1882, reaching #678 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Crete with classmates?
- Crete will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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