| Meaning | headland, promontory |
| Origin | Gaelic, Scottish |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 4 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Syllabification | Ross |
Ross is a captivating and timeless name with Scottish origins. Derived from the Gaelic word "ros," meaning "headland" or "promontory," Ross carries a sense of strength and determination that makes it an excellent choice for a baby boy's name.
Parents who choose the name Ross for their son often hope to instill qualities of leadership, resilience, and responsibility. It is a name that harks back to the rugged beauty of Scotland's coastal regions, evoking images of majestic cliffs and crashing waves.
Its simplicity and versatility contribute to its enduring popularity. Whether your child grows up to be a musician, athlete, actor, or leader, the name Ross will serve him well in any endeavor.
Ross is a name that has left its mark in various fields, with notable personalities such as Ross Lynch, the talented actor, and singer, and Ross Brawn, the influential figure in Formula One engineering.
If you seek a name that exudes strength, charisma, and a connection to nature, Ross is a wonderful choice for your baby boy, giving him a name that will stand the test of time and hold a special place in your hearts.
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| Ross Lynch | American actor and singer |
| Ross Barkley | English professional footballer |
| Ross Kemp | British actor and TV presenter |
| Ross Brawn | British Formula One engineer and team principal |
| Ross Butler | American actor |
| Ross Bagley | American actor - known for playing Buckwheat in "The Little Rascals" |
| Ross MacManus | English musician and father of singer Elvis Costello |
| Ross Chastain | American professional stock car racing driver |
| Ross Noble | British comedian |
| Ross Mathews | American television personality and host |
| Ross Douthat | American conservative columnist and author |
| Ross Taylor | New Zealand cricketer |
| Ross Kempson | Australian rugby player |
| Ross Ohlendorf | American former Major League Baseball pitcher |
| Ross Wilson | Scottish singer-songwriter and musician - known as Blue Rose Code |
| Ross Malinger | American actor - known for his role in "Sleepless in Seattle" |
| Ross Martin | American actor - known for his role in "The Wild Wild West" |
| Ross Thomas | American actor - known for his role in "Soul Surfer" |
| Ross Katz | American film producer and director |
| Ross King | British television presenter and author |
| Ross Poldark | Protagonist of the historical drama series "Poldark" |
| Ross Vickers | Character from the film "The Fanatic" portrayed by John Travolta |
| Ross Jenkins | Character from the "Doctor Who" TV series |
| Ross Campbell | Character from the "Veronica Mars" TV series |
| Ross Butler | Character from the TV show "13 Reasons Why" |
| Ross Lane | Character from the TV show "H2O - Just Add Water" |
| Ross Marquand | Character from the TV show "The Walking Dead" |
| Ross Geller | Character from the TV show "Degrassi - The Next Generation" |
| Ross Ingram | Character from the TV show "House of Anubis" |
| Ross Morgan | Character from the TV show "The Tomorrow People" |
| Ross Navarro | Character from the TV show "The Good Doctor" |
| Ross Mitchell | Character from the TV show "The Bill" |
| Ross Kirk | Character from the TV show "Emmerdale" |
| Ross Collins | Character from the TV show "Hollyoaks" |
| Ross Skelton | Character from the TV show "Waterloo Road" |
| Ross Duncan | Character from the TV show "Casualty" |