Crispin
curly-haired (Latin)
Crispin is a spanish / other boy name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 380, with 18,806 records. It has 2 syllables.
Origin and meaning
curly-haired (Latin)
Crispin comes from the Roman cognomen Crispinus, rooted in Latin 'crispus'. It entered the Philippine naming pool during the Spanish colonial era as Crispín. In Philippine history and literature, it is one of the most culturally iconic names due to José Rizal's literary works.
Derived from the Latin name Crispinus, from 'crispus' meaning curly-haired. It was introduced to the Philippines via the Spanish name Crispín and reinforced by Catholic tradition celebrating Saint Crispin.
Name character
In the Philippines
Commonly shortened to Cris or Ping. In the Philippines, the name carries strong emotional and cultural resonance due to the character in Noli Me Tángere, making it an enduring traditional classic.
Related forms
- Crispín Spanish
- Crépin French
- Crispino Italian
Would your family give Crispin?
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Crispin with common surname pairs
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How do I use Crispin with two Filipino surnames?
Crispin is the given name. The full name is Crispin + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Crispin a common boy name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Crispin is number 380, with 18,806 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.