Jersey vs Cross

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jersey

Boy #2,588 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Geirrapos island, grassy island"

Origin: Old Norse

American English British

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Boy #2,439 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"crossroads, cross"

Origin: Old English/Norse

English American

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Jersey Rank #2,588

Cross Rank #2,439

Cross is more popular, ranked #2439 vs #2588 for Jersey.

Is Jersey or Cross more popular?

Cross is more popular, ranked #2439 compared to Jersey at #2588 in the United States.

What do Jersey and Cross mean?

Jersey means "Geirrapos island, grassy island" (Old Norse origin). Cross means "crossroads, cross" (Old English/Norse origin).

Are Jersey and Cross boy or girl names?

Jersey is primarily a boy name. Cross is primarily a boy name.