Crusoe is an uncommon given name of English origin, derived from the surname of the same name. It translates to "son of Alexander." The name gained popularity due to its association with Daniel Defoe's novel "Robinson Crusoe," first published in 1719. In the story, Robinson Crusoe is shipwrecked on a deserted island for 28 years, providing an enduring tale of survival and isolation. As a result, the name Crusoe has become synonymous with solitude and resilience. It is important to note that its usage as a given name remains rare, perhaps due to its strong association with the literary character and the potentially challenging nature of the name for everyday use.
The popularity of the name Crusoe has shown fluctuations over time, with peaks in 2014 and 2021 (both years having 10 births), while it dipped to half that number in both 2016 and 2018 (5 births each year). Overall, there have been a total of 30 babies named Crusoe born between 2014 and 2021.