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Daylan vs Cross

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Daylan

Boy #2,313 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"born from the ocean, son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh Celtic

Cultural Roots

American Welsh English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,313
Total SSA Count
61
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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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Popularity Comparison

Daylan Rank #2,313
Cross Rank #2,439

Daylan is more popular, ranked #2313 vs #2439 for Cross.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Daylan or Cross more popular?

Daylan is more popular, ranked #2313 compared to Cross at #2439 in the United States.

What do Daylan and Cross mean?

Daylan means "born from the ocean, son of the sea" (Welsh Celtic origin). Cross means "crossroads, cross" (Old English/Norse origin).

Are Daylan and Cross boy or girl names?

Daylan is primarily a boy name. Cross is primarily a boy name.

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