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Steele vs Crosby

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Crosby

Boy #1,202 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"village of the cross, farm by the cross"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,202
Total SSA Count
170
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Steele Rank #1,384
Crosby Rank #1,202

Crosby is more popular, ranked #1202 vs #1384 for Steele.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Steele or Crosby more popular?

Crosby is more popular, ranked #1202 compared to Steele at #1384 in the United States.

What do Steele and Crosby mean?

Steele means "like steel, strong and hard" (Old English stēl origin). Crosby means "village of the cross, farm by the cross" (Old Norse origin).

Are Steele and Crosby boy or girl names?

Steele is primarily a boy name. Crosby is primarily a boy name.

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