Crichton
c-rich-ton,
cr(i)-chton
Popularity:11262
Origin:Scottish
Other Origin(s):Welsh
Meaning:Border, boundary settlement; From the hilltop town
No matter where baby roams, they can take the name Crichton with them! A boy’s name of Scottish and Welsh origin, Crichton derives from Creighton, a habitational, traditional surname. Meaning “border, boundary settlement” or “from the hilltop town,” Creighton was first recorded in the 1100s. Since then, it has adapted and transformed into the fresh-sounding Crichton, which is sure to help baby stand out on any mountain.
Famous People Named Crichton
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- Michael CrichtonNovelist
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