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Crue

Boy name · 23 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Crue: 23 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 10 births in 2025.

The name Crue is a rare modern invention, most likely derived from the English surname Crew, which itself may come from the Welsh word *cryw*, meaning a pen or fold for animals, or from the Old French *crue*, signifying growth. As a given name, it remains extremely uncommon in Scotland, with no widely known historical figures bearing it. Its most prominent cultural echo is the American rock band Mötley Crüe, though there the name functions as a surname. No place connections directly tied to the name are recorded. Notably, Crue can also be considered a short form or variant of the surname Cruden or a creative spelling of the word "crew," evoking a sense of teamwork and modernity.