Croix
Croix is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Cross.
Origin and history
Croix is a unisex given name of French origin meaning 'cross'. Historically a topographic surname for someone living near a cross or crossroads, it has seen modern adoption as a distinctive given name in the United States. Recent U.S. birth data shows a steady increase in usage for boys.
Popularity in the United States
1,179 babies in the United States have been named Croix since 1880. It ranks #3516 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1580.
States where it is most popular
- MN (37.5 %)
- WI (37.5 %)
- TX (10.2 %)
- FL (8.7 %)
- IA (1.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 15 |
| 1990-2000 | 58 |
| 2000-2010 | 200 |
| 2010-2019 | 559 |
| 2020-2029 | 347 |
Fun facts
- Originally used in France to describe a person who lived near a roadside cross or crossroads.
- Nearly a third of all U.S. male births recorded with the name Croix have occurred since 2020.