Kross vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kross

Boy #1,317 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"cross, crossroads"

Origin: Old Norse/Latin

Cultural Roots

American Celebrity

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,317
Total SSA Count
148
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kro, Kry, Krie

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kross Rank #1,317
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1317 for Kross.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kross ___

  • Kross James
  • Kross Alexander
  • Kross Michael
  • Kross William
  • Kross David
  • Kross Anthony

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kross

Knox Cruz Axl Reign Psalm

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kross or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Kross at #1317 in the United States.

What do Kross and Theodore mean?

Kross means "cross, crossroads" (Old Norse/Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Kross and Theodore boy or girl names?

Kross is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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