Declining since 2018, #8,910 for boys today.
Popularity of Crixus since 2011
Babies named Crixus per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 177 |
| 2020s | 63 |
Meaning & origin
Crixus is a historically charged name from ancient Gaul, popularized in modern times by the television series 'Spartacus'. First recorded in the U.S. in 2011, its peak year was 2014, after which its usage has been falling, especially since 2018. Despite its rarity (ranked 8910th in 2025 with a 1-in-213,510 frequency), the name carries strong gladiatorial associations and remains a distinctive choice for parents drawn to classical history.
Crixus is a name of Gaulish origin, best known as the name of a Gallic gladiator who led a major slave revolt alongside Spartacus in the Third Servile War (73-71 BC). The name may derive from a Gaulish word meaning 'curly-haired'. It saw modern revival as a given name, particularly after the 2000s, influenced by the character Crixus in the television series 'Spartacus' (2010-2013).
Sibling names for Crixus
Names that share Crixus's style, for a brother or sister.
