Crispin Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Crispin is listed in our database as a boy name of English origin. Its recorded meaning is “Curly-haired. The 3rd century martyr St. Crispin is known as patron of shoemakers”.

Crispin Name at a Glance

Name Crispin
Meaning Curly-haired. The 3rd century martyr St. Crispin is known as patron of shoemakers.
Origin English
Gender Boy

What Does the Name Crispin Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Crispin means “Curly-haired. The 3rd century martyr St. Crispin is known as patron of shoemakers”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Crispin Name Origin

Our database records Crispin under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Crispin a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Crispin is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Crispin

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