Cress
Pronunciation: [ kr-EHS ]
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Cress first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 5 babies have been named Cress in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cress is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,813 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,813
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Cress
Cress is a boy name .
Cress is currently ranked #28,813 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cress include Cre, Cry, Crie, and Crekins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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