Crockett Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationCROK-it / /ˈkrɒkɪt/English; Scottish
Meaning
English: dweller by the crook; Scottish: from the crook of land
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Crockett is derived from the English surname, which originally referred to someone who lived near a bend or crook in a river or land. It gained popularity in the United States, particularly in the 19th century, partly due to the fame of Davy Crockett, a frontiersman and folk hero. The name has connotations of adventure and rugged individualism, reflecting the spirit of early American settlers.
Trend Summary
Crockett has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable rise during the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Crockett
International Variants
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Famous people named Crockett
Crockett Johnson was an American cartoonist and author, best known for creating the children's book series 'Harold and the Purple Crayon.'.
Fictional characters named Crockett
Crockett is a character in the animated series 'DuckTales,' known for his adventurous spirit.
Crockett is a character in the video game series 'Final Fantasy,' often depicted as a skilled fighter.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Crockett was first seen in the United States in 1880. Crockett has ranked as high as #1357 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in Texas, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Crockett has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Crockett (2022)
State | Births | Share |
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TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1880 | 5 |
1883 | 5 |
1884 | 5 |
1913 | 7 |
1914 | 6 |
1915 | 5 |
1916 | 9 |
1917 | 6 |
1918 | 10 |
1919 | 9 |
1920 | 7 |
1922 | 6 |
1924 | 11 |
1925 | 9 |
1928 | 6 |
1930 | 6 |
1935 | 5 |
1939 | 7 |
1940 | 5 |
1941 | 6 |
1943 | 5 |
1981 | 5 |
1987 | 5 |
1989 | 9 |
1991 | 6 |
1992 | 6 |
1994 | 10 |
1996 | 9 |
1999 | 6 |
2002 | 8 |
2007 | 6 |
2009 | 5 |
2010 | 6 |
2011 | 9 |
2012 | 6 |
2013 | 10 |
2014 | 8 |
2015 | 14 |
2016 | 11 |
2017 | 10 |
2018 | 9 |
2019 | 15 |
2020 | 13 |
2021 | 11 |
2022 | 12 |
2023 | 13 |
2024 | 7 |