Krew

Krew is a modern English masculine given name, primarily used as a variant spelling of Crew. The name Crew itself has two possible origins: it may derive from a surname originating from the English town of Crewe, which comes from the Old Welsh word criu meaning "weir", or alternatively from the English vocabulary word referring to a group of people. As a given name, Krew reflects contemporary trends of using surnames or unconventional spellings—often choosing a 'k' instead of 'c' for a distinctive edge.

Cultural Significance

In the 2010s and 2020s, the name Krew gained visibility through the popular Canadian gaming group Krew (stylized in all caps), consisting of five siblings: Kat La (Funneh), Betty La (Rainbow), Kim La (Gold), Wenny La (Lunar), and Allen La (Draco). Together, they operate multiple YouTube channels—including ItsFunneh, GoldenGlare, DraconiteDragon, Lunar Eclipse, PaintingRainbows, and KREW—with over 19 million total subscribers as of 2026. The group's main channel, ItsFunneh, has over 12 million subscribers and was the most-viewed Canadian gaming channel in 2020. Although the name Krew predates this group, the media exposure has popularized it among fans, particularly in North America.

Usage and Variants

Krew is almost exclusively used for boys, though unisex use is not unheard of. It shares variants with Crue, another phonetic respelling, and with the standard form Crew, which enjoys wider historical usage. The name remains relatively rare in official records, appearing more frequently in online or celebrity-influenced naming contexts.

• Meaning: Variant of Crew (either from a place name meaning "weir" or from the word for a group of people)
• Origin: English
• Type: Modern given name (surname/vocabulary word)
• Usage Regions: Primarily United States, Canada, Australia