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Cross vs Skye

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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Skye

Boy #2,268 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"Isle of Skye, Scotland"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,268
Total SSA Count
63
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cross Rank #2,439
Skye Rank #2,268

Skye is more popular, ranked #2268 vs #2439 for Cross.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cross or Skye more popular?

Skye is more popular, ranked #2268 compared to Cross at #2439 in the United States.

What do Cross and Skye mean?

Cross means "crossroads, cross" (Old English/Norse origin). Skye means "Isle of Skye, Scotland" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Cross and Skye boy or girl names?

Cross is primarily a boy name. Skye is primarily a boy name.

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