Cru: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: cr-oo
Origin: France
gender-male

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Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: Cru represents 'a sense of refinement and prestige'.

A term of French origin, meaning "growth" or "vintage," often used in wine classification. While rare as a first name, Cru represents a sense of refinement and prestige, stemming from the term's association with high-quality wine production. The name has a modern, distinctive appeal, though its traditional use remains limited to the wine industry.

Cru Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Cru is currently #3679 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Cru is currently #1624 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Cru is currently #1852 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Cru is currently #828 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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