Broderick vs Cross

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Broderick

Boy #2,392 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Roderick"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,392
Total SSA Count
58
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Brod, Rick, Ricky

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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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
Nicknames
Cro, Cry, Crie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Broderick Rank #2,392
Cross Rank #2,439

Broderick is more popular, ranked #2392 vs #2439 for Cross.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Broderick ___

  • Broderick James
  • Broderick Lee
  • Broderick Scott
  • Broderick Allen
  • Broderick Thomas
  • Broderick Wayne

Cross ___

  • Cross James
  • Cross William
  • Cross Alexander
  • Cross David
  • Cross River
  • Cross Reed

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Broderick

Cordelia Gavin Harriet Duncan Cecelia

If you choose Cross

Knox Stone Ridge Gauge Steel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Broderick or Cross more popular?

Broderick is more popular, ranked #2392 compared to Cross at #2439 in the United States.

What do Broderick and Cross mean?

Broderick means "son of Roderick" (Welsh origin). Cross means "crossroads, cross" (Old English/Norse origin).

Are Broderick and Cross boy or girl names?

Broderick is primarily a boy name. Cross is primarily a boy name.

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