Cross
boy name#1959 in 2025Cross entered the US charts in 1997, peaked at #1642 in 1998, ranks #1959 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1997–2025
#1959
rank today
#1642
peak (1998)
78
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #1947 |
| 2000s | #2445 |
| 2010s | #3249 |
| 2020s | #2183 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Cross has been most popular in TX, GA, CA.
Living bearers
About 1,400 people named Cross are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cross alive today was born around 2012, making them about 13 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cross in 2025?
- Cross ranks #1959 among US boy names in 2025, with 78 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cross most popular?
- Cross peaked in 1998, reaching #1642 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cross with classmates?
- Cross will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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