Crispin - Name Meaning and Origin

The boy's name Crispin \c-ris-pin, cr(i)-spin\ is pronounced KRIS-pin. It is of Latin origin, and its meaning is "curly-haired". From Crispinus, which is derived from the old Roman family name Crispus. Saint Crispin was a third-century martyr who came to be known as the patron of shoemakers, especially in England. Actor Crispin Glover.

Crispin has 7 variant forms: Crepin, Crespin, Crispian, Crispino, Crispo, Crispus and Crisspin.

For more information, see also the related name Krispin.

Baby names that sound like Crispin are Crosbie, Crosby and Crosbey.

Crispin is a very rare male first name and a very popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Crispin. Click here to compare Crispin with related baby names.