Cross vs Ferry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cross

Boy #2,439 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"crossroads, cross"

Origin: Old English/Norse

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,439
Total SSA Count
56
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Ferry

Boy #32,658 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"brave journey"

Origin: Germanic/Dutch

Cultural Roots

Dutch Frisian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#32,658
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cross Rank #2,439
Ferry Rank #32,658

Cross is more popular, ranked #2439 vs #32658 for Ferry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cross or Ferry more popular?

Cross is more popular, ranked #2439 compared to Ferry at #32658 in the United States.

What do Cross and Ferry mean?

Cross means "crossroads, cross" (Old English/Norse origin). Ferry means "brave journey" (Germanic/Dutch origin).

Are Cross and Ferry boy or girl names?

Cross is primarily a boy name. Ferry is primarily a boy name.

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