Cree

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Pronounced KREE /ˈkri/High

Meaning: From the Cree — a major Indigenous people of Canada (from French Cris, a shortening of Kristineaux/Kenistenoag); here for girlsLow

In 30 seconds: Crisp and rooted: Cree honors the Cree people of Canada — one of the largest First Nations. Strong, proud, and distinctive.

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Origin MediumCree, French

MeaningFrom the Cree — a major Indigenous people of Canada (from French Cris, a shortening of Kristineaux/Kenistenoag); here for girls

U.S. rank (2025)#5760 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births21 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1991

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,124

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Cree comes from the name of the Cree — a major Indigenous nation of Canada (the English name is from French Cris, shortening Kristineaux; the deeper origin is debated, which we note). A crisp, distinctive name, used for both sexes, here for girls.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, the-Cree-people at the (name) root, and proud.

Did you know? Cree names one of the largest Indigenous peoples of Canada — the name comes from French Cris (a shortening of the Ojibwe name for them); a strong, rooted name.

Overall data confidence 58%

References — Cree — origin debated

Variations

CriKrее

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Cree mean?

Cree honors the Cree, a major Indigenous people of Canada; the deeper origin is debated.

How do you pronounce Cree?

It's said KREE /ˈkri/ — a single syllable.

Is Cree a boy or girl name?

Cree is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Cree?

Cree is a rare name in the U.S.