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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Crane (the bird)
- Origin
- English (surname from the bird name)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- KRAYN
Crane is a boy's name pronounced KRAYN, taken directly from the bird of the same name. It started out as an English surname before becoming a first name, which gives it a plainspoken, nature-grounded feel rather than a flowery one. It tends to show up on lists alongside bohemian, minimalist, and nature-inspired name styles.
Meaning & Origin of Crane
Meaning: Crane (the bird).
Origin: English (surname from the bird name).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Crane
KRAYNIPA /ˈkreɪn/
Popularity of Crane
Crane does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
Names Like Crane
These names share Crane’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Crane mean?
Crane (the bird). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Crane?
Crane is pronounced KRAYN (IPA: /ˈkreɪn/).
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