"May I never boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ."
Biblical Name · English Origin
Cross Meaning in the Bible
Cross
boy
Cross means "The cross of Christ", a boy's name of English origin. Cross appears in the King James Bible, and Galatians 6:14 is the passage most often tied to it. The ultimate symbol of sacrificial love and the power of God unto salvation.
Is Cross in the Bible?
Yes — Cross appears in the King James Bible, including Galatians 6:14.
Pronunciation:/KROSS/
OriginEnglish
MeaningThe cross of Christ
What does Cross mean?
Cross is a boy name of English origin meaning "The cross of Christ". A name reflecting the central symbol of Christianity — the cross where Jesus purchased redemption.
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What does Cross mean in the Bible?
Cross means "The cross of Christ" and is a name of English origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
A name reflecting the central symbol of Christianity — the cross where Jesus purchased redemption.
Where does Cross appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Cross is connected to 1 key passage in the King James Bible, beginning with Galatians 6:14. Each verse is quoted in full below.
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What is the spiritual meaning of Cross?
The ultimate symbol of sacrificial love and the power of God unto salvation.
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Word Meaning
Cross (σταυρός (Stauros))
The instrument of Christ's death; symbol of atonement and self-denial
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Cross name meaning: frequently asked questions
Yes — Cross appears in the King James Bible, including Galatians 6:14.
Cross means "The cross of Christ." It is an English name. The King James Bible uses it in Galatians 6:14, so the meaning is carried by a real person in Scripture.
English. Cross comes into English from English and carries the sense "The cross of Christ." It appears in the King James Bible, including Galatians 6:14.
Common questions about the name Cross
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Cross?
You can read every verse where Cross appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.