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Ross vs Cristopher

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ross

Boy #1,362 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"headland, promontory"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,362
Total SSA Count
139
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ross Rank #1,362
Cristopher Rank #1,229

Cristopher is more popular, ranked #1229 vs #1362 for Ross.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ross or Cristopher more popular?

Cristopher is more popular, ranked #1229 compared to Ross at #1362 in the United States.

What do Ross and Cristopher mean?

Ross means "headland, promontory" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Cristopher means "bearer of Christ" (Greek origin).

Are Ross and Cristopher boy or girl names?

Ross is primarily a boy name. Cristopher is primarily a boy name.

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