Kru
10% girls · 90% boys
About Kru
Kru is a short, distinctive masculine name with several possible origins. It may derive from the Kru people of West Africa (primarily Liberia and Ivory Coast), representing an ethnic heritage. Alternatively, it could be a modern invented name, an abbreviation of longer names, or inspired by the Thai word 'kru' meaning 'teacher' or 'mentor.' As a given name, Kru is extremely rare in Western naming records. Its brevity gives it a contemporary feel, while its unusual nature makes it memorable. The name has a strong, bold sound despite its single syllable and might appeal to parents seeking a unique, culturally significant, or simply distinctive modern name for their son. Kru's simplicity makes it versatile across different languages and cultural contexts.
Kru is also given to girls, where it ranks #10532 in the US.
Pronounced KROO.
As of October 2026, Kru ranked #10532 in US births in 2025 SSA.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | #2,917 | 42 | 23.4 |
| 2020 | #3,307 | 34 | 19.7 |
| 2021 | #2,477 | 54 | 30.9 |
| 2022 | #1,878 | 84 | 48.1 |
| 2023 | #2,021 | 75 | 43.8 |
| 2024 | #1,885 | 85 | 49.3 |
| 2025 | #1,986 | 77 | 45.1 |