Moss: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A soft and quiet child, gentle as the moss.
Moss as a Boy Name
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #7797
- Peak
- #1025 in 1901
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Moss Means
Moss is a boy name of English origin. A soft and quiet child, gentle as the moss.
How Popular Moss Is
Moss currently ranks #7797 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1025 in 1901. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Moss
- Moss is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Moss is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- Part of the beloved nature-name trend.
Moss as a Unisex Name
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #7797
- Peak
- #1025 in 1901
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Moss Means
Moss is a unisex name of English origin. Soft green ground cover, quiet and enduring.
How Popular Moss Is
Moss currently ranks #7797 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1025 in 1901. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Moss
- Moss is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Moss is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- Part of the beloved nature-name trend.
Names Like Moss
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Moss
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Moss.
Questions About Moss
What does Moss mean?
Moss is a boy name of English origin. A soft and quiet child, gentle as the moss.
How popular is Moss?
Moss currently ranks #7797 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1025 in 1901. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Moss come from?
Moss comes from English roots. Moss is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
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