Crowley

Crowley is a surname of English and Irish usage that has also been adopted as a place name in the United States. As a surname, it is borne by various individuals across different fields, with the most widely known being Aleister Crowley.

Aleister Crowley (1875–1947) was an English occultist, ceremonial magician, and writer who founded the religious philosophy of Thelema. He authored numerous books on mysticism, occult practices, and esoteric philosophy, and remains a controversial figure in the study of modern occultism and 20th-century spirituality.

Crowley, Louisiana, is a city located in southwestern Louisiana, spanning Acadia and Lafayette parishes. It is part of the Lafayette metropolitan area and serves as a local center for commerce and culture in the region.

In popular culture, the name Crowley appears in fiction as well, most notably with the character Crowley, a demon who becomes the King of Hell in the television series Supernatural. The character is depicted with a complex personality and plays a central role across multiple seasons.

Beyond these, Crowley appears in various geographic and cultural contexts as a surname and place name, reflecting its usage in English-speaking regions.