Crane

Crane Meaning & Origin

About Crane
The name "Crane" is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "cran," which refers to the bird known as the crane. The crane is a majestic and graceful bird that symbolizes longevity, wisdom, and good fortune in many cultures. As a surname, "Crane" may have been given to someone who resembled or had characteristics associated with the crane, such as being tall, slender, or having a dignified presence. It can also be a toponymic name for someone who lived near a place where cranes were abundant or a nickname for a person who imitated the bird's movements or behavior. Overall, the name "Crane" carries connotations of elegance, wisdom, and good luck.

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Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Crane are male.

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Pronunciation

πŸ“‡ Metaphone
KRN
πŸ—½ NYSIIS
CA
πŸ”Š Soundex
C6050
🎡 Syllabic Pronunciation
K R EY1 N
🌐 IPA
/kreΙͺn/
πŸ”Š Double Metaphone
('KRN', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
C650

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Crane in Braille

Here's how to represent Crane in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Crane in braille

How to Spell the Name Crane in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Crane using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Crane in sign language

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