Croix, of French origin, is an uncommon yet distinct given name derived from the Latin word 'crōcis', meaning 'cross'. It was traditionally used as a surname first and later adopted as a given name in some families. Croix has been more commonly associated with girls due to its feminine spelling, though it can be used for either gender.
"Over the past three decades, the name Croix has seen significant fluctuations in popularity, with a notable spike in recent years. From 1987 to 2023, there have been a total of 1068 babies named Croix."