Cromwell Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Cromwell Name at a Glance

Name	Cromwell
Meaning	'King Henry the Eighth' Servant to Wolsey.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Cromwell Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Cromwell means “'King Henry the Eighth' Servant to Wolsey”. 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.

Cromwell Name Origin

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

Is Cromwell a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Cromwell

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