45+ Simple Yet Strong One-Syllable Boy Names

The name Cru peaked for girls at #10489 in 2023. Cru is occasionally used for boys in 2025.

The name Cru is a boy's name of English origin.

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The short, clipped Cru is one of those modern names that's starting to find favor -- it was given to about 100 boys last year, while Crew has vaulted onto the Top 1000.  One inspiration is undoubtedly the <a href="https://nameberry.com/baby-names/161/spanish-names">Spanish name</a> Cruz, which came to wider attention via the third son of Victoria and David Beckham.  Cru has a handsome sound and a modern feel.

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The name Cru peaked for boys at #1329 in 2022. The name is most popular in CRU, CRU, and CRU. Cru is occasionally used for girls in 2024.

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