Ross vs Rush

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

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Popularity Comparison

Ross Rank #1,362
Rush Rank #1,496

Ross is more popular, ranked #1362 vs #1496 for Rush.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ross ___

  • Ross Alexander
  • Ross James
  • Ross William
  • Ross Edward
  • Ross Thomas
  • Ross Michael

Rush ___

  • Rush James
  • Rush Alexander
  • Rush William
  • Rush Thomas
  • Rush Henry
  • Rush Cole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ross

Grant Blair Duncan Fiona Isla

If you choose Rush

Dash Brooks Sloane Hunter Remy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ross or Rush more popular?

Ross is more popular, ranked #1362 compared to Rush at #1496 in the United States.

What do Ross and Rush mean?

Ross means "headland, promontory" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Rush means "rush plant (marsh grass)" (Old English origin).

Are Ross and Rush boy or girl names?

Ross is primarily a boy name. Rush is primarily a boy name.

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