Crux

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Name
Crux
Gender
Boy name
Syllables
1

cross

What does the name Crux mean?

cross

Where does the name Crux come from?

The name Crux has its roots in Latin. The Latin word also means cross.

How do you pronounce Crux?

Kreuks

Popularity

In Germany, Crux is considered a rather unusual first name. It has not yet appeared in local name statistics. Its best ranking was achieved in 2022, reaching 12,323rd place in the U.S. name charts. In the last ten years, Crux has been used as a first name less than 10 times there, which earned it 5,315th place for the decade. Looking at the period from 1930 to 2024, it ranks 6,636th in the USA.

Nicknames & pet names

Cruxhaven

Famous people

  • Crux (constellation) (cross)

Frequently asked questions about the name Crux

What is the origin of the name Crux?

The name Crux comes from Latin and means 'cross'.

What does the name Crux mean?

The meaning of the name Crux is 'cross'.

How popular is the name Crux?

The name Crux is rather rare and has not experienced significant popularity in recent years.

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