Gary vs Kross

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gary

Boy #1,133 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"spear ruler"

Origin: Germanic

American English Irish

12 High Risk

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Boy #1,317 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cross, crossroads"

Origin: Old Norse/Latin

American Celebrity

✓ All Clear

Gary Rank #1,133

Kross Rank #1,317

Gary is more popular, ranked #1133 vs #1317 for Kross.

Is Gary or Kross more popular?

Gary is more popular, ranked #1133 compared to Kross at #1317 in the United States.

What do Gary and Kross mean?

Gary means "spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Kross means "cross, crossroads" (Old Norse/Latin origin).

Are Gary and Kross boy or girl names?

Gary is primarily a boy name. Kross is primarily a boy name.