Crowell
c-rowe-ll,
cro-well
US Popularity:5390
Origin:British
Meaning:Crow stream; Crow spring; Trident, hook, claw,
If you want to inspire baby to take the path that's right for them in the future, Crowell will help them go the way the crow flies. This masculine moniker has been typically used as a surname and translates to “crow stream” or “crow spring.” A name like this is rich with gorgeous visuals of a flock of crows perched by the stream. Adding to Crowell's cutting edge are its roots as an Americanized form of the Dutch last names Krouwel and Crouwel, which mean "trident," "hook," or "claw." Crows are known to be smart, playful animals, able to mimic sounds masterfully, remember human faces, and even solve puzzles! If you want to encourage your kiddo's sharp, witty side, Crowell is flying with charm.
How Popular Is The Name Crowell?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
1920
#3924
in 1920
- 436
from 1915
Sources
Behind the Name, Crowell, November 2024
Ancestry, Crowell Family History
Britannica, crow, bird, April 2025
National Wildlife Federation, Crows Can Distinguish Faces In a Crowd, November 2012
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