Ross
The meaning of Ross is 'headland' and the name is of Scottish origin. It is the derived from the Gaelic word 'ros', meaning 'headland'. Another meaning of the name comes from the Anglo-Saxon name Rozzo meaning 'prestigious'. Aside from its Scottish origin, it is believed that it means 'redhead' form the Italian word 'rosso', translating to 'red'. This surname appears in the Domesday Book of 1086, identifying a 'de Ros' family in Yorkshire. Ross was the name of a character in Shakespeare's play, 'Macbeth'. It is also popularly associated with the character, Ross Gellar in the famous television series 'Friends'.
Gender
Boy
Meaning
upland, peninsula
Origin
English and Scottish
Numerology
R is for relax, you know how!
O is for openness, it’s refreshing!
S is for strength, there when needed.
S is for sincere, a model of truth.
Lucky
Ross lucky number is 8.
8 is all about abundance. Within numerology, this number is linked to material wealth and financial success. Ambitious and goal-oriented, 8 can effortlessly assume leadership positions through its natural magnetism. 8 applies big-picture thinking to broaden its scope, racing up the top of any ladder to reach extraordinary heights.
Famous People Named Ross
- Ross Farrelly lead singer of Irish band The Strypes.
- Rostom Sipan "Ross" Bagdasarian Sr aka David Seville American musician, creator of Alvin and the Chipmunks.
- Ross James Kemp English actor and journalist.
- Ross Ventrone American NFL football player.
- Ross Weaver American NFL football player.
Ross in Pop Culture
- Ross Eustace Geller a main character on TV's "Friends"
- John Ross Ewing I II, and III, characters on TV's "Dallas"
- Ross character in Shakespeare's "Macbeth"
- Ross O'Carroll Kelly, character in novels by Paul Howard
- Ross Poldark main character in the “Poldark” book and TV series
