Kross
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Rose, the flower
Origin: English (diminutive)
Popularity: Ranked #1150 in 2025 with 184 babies born.
History: Kross surged in the 2020s. Kris Kross made America 'Jump' in 1992 — one of the most iconic hip-hop moments. The K-spelling and double-S add edge. Kross means 1990s hip-hop energy.
Similar names: krosby, kyros, kairos, karlos, kourosh, kratos, kaos, karo
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Kross? About 1 in 17,611 babies born in 2025 were named Kross, or roughly 0.5 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Kross
What does the name Kross mean?
Kross means “Rose, the flower” from English (diminutive) roots.
What is the origin of the name Kross?
Kross has English (diminutive) origin. The traditional meaning is “Rose, the flower”.
How popular is Kross?
Kross ranked #1145 in 2025 — given to 184 babies that year.
When was Kross most popular?
Kross peaked in 2022 with 195 babies registered that year.
Is Kross a boy or girl name?
Kross is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Krosss in registered births are male.
Is the name Kross rising or falling in popularity?
Kross has risen 8826 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #9971 in 2020 to #1145 in 2025.
How long has Kross been recorded?
Kross appears in birth records across 29 years — from 1997 through 2025.