Etymology
The name Crone derives from the Gaelic “cron,” meaning saffron or yellow—likely a reference to hair color or complexion.
Origins
First found in Argyllshire, Scotland, the Crone family held seats well before the Norman Conquest of 1066. Daniel Crone, Mayor of Cork in 1647, is a notable ancestor.
Migration
Members of the Crone family migrated across Ireland, North America, Canada, and New Zealand—leaving traces in Virginia, Pennsylvania, Nova Scotia, and Auckland.
Notables
- Daniel Crone – Mayor of Cork City, Ireland (Born 1647)
- Robert Crone – Irish landscape painter
- Tan Crone – Dutch classical pianist
- Neil Crone – Canadian actor and comedian