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Cross vs Selvin

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

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Selvin

Boy #2,452 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"forest friend, house friend"

Origin: Old English sele + wine

Cultural Roots

English American Swedish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,452
Total SSA Count
56
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cross Rank #2,439
Selvin Rank #2,452

Cross is more popular, ranked #2439 vs #2452 for Selvin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cross or Selvin more popular?

Cross is more popular, ranked #2439 compared to Selvin at #2452 in the United States.

What do Cross and Selvin mean?

Cross means "crossroads, cross" (Old English/Norse origin). Selvin means "forest friend, house friend" (Old English sele + wine origin).

Are Cross and Selvin boy or girl names?

Cross is primarily a boy name. Selvin is primarily a boy name.

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