Cru
boy name#1609 in 2025Cru entered the US charts in 1990, peaked at #1330 in 2022, ranks #1609 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1990–2025
#1609
rank today
#1330
peak (2022)
105
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #7178 |
| 2000s | #6510 |
| 2010s | #2164 |
| 2020s | #1452 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Cru has been most popular in TX, CA, OH.
Living bearers
About 1,500 people named Cru are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cru is a kid of about 6 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cru in 2025?
- Cru ranks #1609 among US boy names in 2025, with 105 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cru most popular?
- Cru peaked in 2022, reaching #1330 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cru with classmates?
- Cru will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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