Cruse is an uncommon given name of English origin, derived from the surname Cruikshank, which was originally an occupational name for a cooper or maker of barrels and tubs. The name signifies one who works as a cooper or is involved in the production or sale of barrels or other containers made from wood. The variant spellings Crusha and Crusey are also found occasionally.
"Cruse experienced a rise in popularity between 2011 and 2013, with a peak of 8 births that year. However, it has since declined, with only 5 or 6 births annually from 2014 onwards."