Cress

Meaning of Cress

Cress is a masculine name with English origins. It is pronounced as "kres" (/krɛˈs/). Although it is not a commonly used name in recent years, it does have historical significance. In the United States, Cress was given to 5 newborn boys in 1975, ranking at number 5467. The name Cressida is a variation of Cress and may be more familiar to some. Cressida has Shakespearean associations as it was the name of a character in his play "Troilus and Cressida". Overall, Cress is a unique and distinctive choice for parents looking for an uncommon yet meaningful name for their baby boy.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as kres (/krɛˈs/)

• Creston