Cromwell
Meaning of Cromwell
Cromwell is a strong and distinctive name for boys. It has English origins and is pronounced as KRAHM-wel (/ˈkrɑm.wɛl/). The name Cromwell is associated with power, leadership, and resilience. It is derived from the Old English words "crom," meaning bent or crooked, and "weald," meaning ruler or leader. Cromwell has variations such as Crom and Cromwellian. While not very popular in recent years, the name Cromwell had some occurrences in the United States in the early 20th century, ranking within the top 5000 names for boys. Choose Cromwell for your son if you want a unique and strong name that carries historical significance.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as KRAHM-wel (/ˈkrɑm.wɛl/)
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Notable People Named Cromwell
| Cromwell Dixon was a pioneering teenage dirigible pilot and aviator who achieved the feat of being the first person to fly an airplane across the Continental Divide in 1911. |
| Cromwell Mortimer FRS was a British physician, antiquary, and second secretary of the Royal Society from 1730 to 1752. |
