Crawley is an English surname that has evolved over time to also be used as a given name, particularly for males. It is derived from Old English elements 'creu' meaning 'crow' and 'leah' signifying 'woodland clearing'. Thus, the name Crawley translates roughly to 'settlement where crows gather', likely referring to an area with dense bird population or a location near crow-inhabited woods. The name has historical roots in the British Isles, particularly in southern England, and was traditionally associated with families who lived in or near locations bearing this surname. Over time, Crawley has been adopted as a first name, though it remains less common than its use as a surname.
"Between 1913 and 1918, there were 5 births each in the years 1913 and 1916, with an additional 6 births occurring in 1918. In total, there were 16 births under the name Crawley during this period."