Crosby is a unisex given name of English origin, derived from the Old Norse word 'krossby', which means 'village by the cross'. This name was originally used as a surname before becoming popular as a given name in the mid-20th century. It has been associated with notable figures such as American actor and singer Bing Crosby, known for his iconic Christmas song "White Christmas".
The name Crosby experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over time. While the early years had fewer births ranging from 5 to 12 annually, there was a notable increase starting from the late 90s with 16 births in 1996. This trend continued, peaking at 43 births in 2021. Overall, since 1984, there have been a total of 538 births recorded for the name Crosby.