Kross
Kross is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Cross, or derived from a nickname for someone with curly hair.
Origin and history
Kross is a modern surname-turned-given name with Germanic origins, derived from the word 'Kruz' or 'Kross' meaning cross or curly-haired. It has seen a recent surge in popularity in the United States as an edgy, contemporary baby name. The double 's' spelling gives it a distinct and stylish appearance.
Popularity in the United States
1,557 babies in the United States have been named Kross since 1880. It ranks #3189 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1038.
States where it is most popular
- TX (21.8 %)
- GA (11.3 %)
- CA (11.2 %)
- LA (7.4 %)
- NC (6.2 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 59 |
| 2000-2010 | 130 |
| 2010-2019 | 284 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,084 |
Fun facts
- The majority of recorded births for the name Kross in the U.S. have occurred since 2020.
- Like many modern male names, Kross originated as an English and German surname before gaining traction as a first name.