Cruise

“to travel or navigate by ship” — Symbolize adventure and exploration

English origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#4132US 2023

26Births / yr

↑Rising

338All-time births

📅 Since 198700

What does Cruise mean and where does it come from?

Cruise is derived from the English word 'cruise', implying journeying or traveling leisurely, particularly by boat. Its modern usage as a name became popular in the late 20th century, heavily influenced by Tom Cruise, the American actor. The name can symbolize adventure and exploration. It is genera

Cultural significance

Cruise has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of to travel or navigate by ship.

Peak popularity

Reached #2836 in 1987 — currently #4132 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Cruise?

Cruise works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Cruise Grace

How popular is Cruise right now?

Rising fast — up 3744 spots — currently #4132 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#4132 · Top 3.0%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4132	26	▲ up 3744 · +160% births
2022	#7876	10	▼ down 1474 · -23% births
2021	#6402	13	▼ down 317 · -7% births
2020	#6085	14	▼ down 221 · -7% births
2015	#5864	15	▼ down 1415 · -32% births
2010	#4449	22	▲ up 1002 · +47% births
2005	#5451	15	▲ up 1728 · +67% births
2000	#7179	9	▼ down 165 · +29% births
1990	#7014	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Cruise

Best Year2023Rank #4132

Peak Count26

Average Rank#6050

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 20239 years

The story of Cruise

Cruise is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1987. With 338 total births recorded, Cruise remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7014 in 1990 to #4132 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Cruise in 1987:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua David

Cruise by decade

Cruise peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	42
1990s	37
2000s	107
2010s ★	138
2020s	14

💎Cruise has only 338 total recorded births since 1987 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Cruise?

Common

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What names sound and feel like Cruise?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Cruise also consider these

Cruse

English · From the cross

Cruize

American · To travel leisurely

English · to ascend or

Arise

English · A meaningful name

Guise

Sanskrit · A Sanskrit name

Praise

American · Expression of approval

Common questions about the name Cruise

What does the name Cruise mean?

Cruise means "to travel or navigate by ship" — a name rooted in English tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Cruise?

Cruise is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Cruise have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Cruise?

Cruise originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Cruise trending right now?

Cruise is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Cruise a common or rare name?

Cruise is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.