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Cypress vs Rush

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rush

Boy #1,496 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rush plant (marsh grass)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,496
Total SSA Count
120
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cypress Rank #1,418
Rush Rank #1,496

Cypress is more popular, ranked #1418 vs #1496 for Rush.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cypress or Rush more popular?

Cypress is more popular, ranked #1418 compared to Rush at #1496 in the United States.

What do Cypress and Rush mean?

Cypress means "cypress tree" (Greek kyparissos origin). Rush means "rush plant (marsh grass)" (Old English origin).

Are Cypress and Rush boy or girl names?

Cypress is primarily a boy name. Rush is primarily a boy name.

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