Cressida
c-ressi-da,
cr(es)-sida
US Popularity:18449
Origin:Greek
Meaning:gold
Cressida is a girl’s name with Greek origins. The name Cressida means “gold” and has many links to Greek mythology. Mythos buffs may recognize the name Cressida from the Trojan War. In the story, Cressida was a Trojan woman and the daughter of Calchas, a Greek seer who could see visions of the future but was doomed to be ignored. Cressida was also the joint protagonist in the William Shakespeare play, Troilus and Cressida. Whether you’re a literature fan or want to pay homage to your Greek roots, Cressida is a unique and beautiful name.
Cressida Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Cressida is currently #4195 on The Bump
Girl:Cressida is currently #1862 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Cressida is currently #18449 in U.S. births
Girl:Cressida is currently #10877 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#18449
in 2022
+ 3489
from 2021
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