Cress
boy nameCress entered the US charts in 1923, peaked at #4239 in 1923, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1923–2025
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rank today
#4239
peak (1923)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4239 |
| 1970s | #5464 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Cress are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Cress alive today was born around 1923, making them about 102 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cress in 2025?
- Cress is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Cress most popular?
- Cress peaked in 1923, reaching #4239 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cress with classmates?
- Cress will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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