Cross vs Buck

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cross

Boy #2,439 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"crossroads, cross"

Origin: Old English/Norse

English American

✓ All Clear

Boy #2,489 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"male deer, strong young man"

Origin: Old English

American English

23 High Risk

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Cross Rank #2,439

Buck Rank #2,489

Cross is more popular, ranked #2439 vs #2489 for Buck.

Is Cross or Buck more popular?

Cross is more popular, ranked #2439 compared to Buck at #2489 in the United States.

What do Cross and Buck mean?

Cross means "crossroads, cross" (Old English/Norse origin). Buck means "male deer, strong young man" (Old English origin).

Are Cross and Buck boy or girl names?

Cross is primarily a boy name. Buck is primarily a boy name.