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At a Glance
- Meaning
- The top or summit, as of a hill, wave, or ridge
- Origin
- Old French (via the English word 'crest')
- Pronunciation
- KREST
Crest is a one-syllable name, pronounced KREST, that comes from Old French by way of the English word 'crest'. It names the top or summit of something, like a hill, a wave, or a ridge. Short, crisp, and easy to say, it's simple to spell and hard to mispronounce.
Meaning & Origin of Crest
Meaning: The top or summit, as of a hill, wave, or ridge.
Origin: Old French (via the English word 'crest').
How to Pronounce Crest
KRESTIPA /krɛst/
Popularity of Crest
Crest 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.
FAQ
What does the name Crest mean?
The top or summit, as of a hill, wave, or ridge.
How do you pronounce Crest?
Crest is pronounced KREST (IPA: /krɛst/).
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