Cross Symbol ✝ ☦ Copy & Paste
Copy cross symbols ✝ ☦ ✞ ✟ instantly. Includes Latin cross, Orthodox cross, dagger †, and more. Alt codes, HTML entities, and Unicode for Windows, Mac, and web.
All Variations
Symbol Details
| Symbol | Name | Unicode | HTML |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✝ | Latin Cross | U+271D | — |
| ☦ | Orthodox Cross | U+2626 | — |
| ✞ | Outlined Latin Cross | U+271E | — |
| ✟ | Outlined Latin Cross (Heavy) | U+271F | — |
| ☨ | Cross of Lorraine | U+2628 | — |
| ♰ | West Syriac Cross | U+2670 | — |
| ♱ | East Syriac Cross | U+2671 | — |
| ⁜ | Dotted Cross | U+205C | — |
| † | Dagger | U+2020 | † |
| ‡ | Double Dagger | U+2021 | ‡ |
Usage
Cross symbols are used in religious contexts to represent Christianity, on gravestones and memorials, as footnote markers (dagger †), in medical and Red Cross contexts, and as decorative elements in design.
How to Type
| Platform | Method / Code |
|---|---|
| Windows | For the dagger †, hold Alt and type 0134 on the numeric keypad. For cross symbols, use the Windows emoji picker (Win+.) or Character Map. |
| Mac / iOS | Press Option+T for the dagger †. For other cross symbols, use the Character Viewer (Control+Command+Space) and search 'cross'. |
| HTML Entity | Use † for †, ‡ for ‡. For the Latin cross ✝, use ✝ or the Unicode character directly in UTF-8. |
| Unicode | U+271D (Latin Cross ✝), U+2626 (Orthodox Cross ☦), U+2020 (Dagger †). Type the code then Alt+X in Word. |
Platform Compatibility
This symbol renders correctly on all listed platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I type a cross symbol on my keyboard?
On Windows, use Alt+0134 for the dagger † or the emoji picker (Win+.) to search for cross symbols. On Mac, press Option+T for †. For the Latin cross ✝, copy it from this page or use the Character Map/Viewer.
What is the difference between a cross ✝ and a dagger †?
The Latin cross ✝ (U+271D) is a religious symbol representing Christianity. The dagger † (U+2020) is a typographic mark used for footnotes, obituaries, and references. They look similar but serve different purposes and are different Unicode characters.
What is the HTML code for the cross symbol?
Use ✝ or ✝ for the Latin cross ✝. For the dagger †, use † or †. For the double dagger ‡, use ‡ or ‡.
What are the different types of cross symbols?
Common cross symbols include the Latin Cross ✝, Orthodox Cross ☦ (with three horizontal bars), Cross of Lorraine ☨ (two horizontal bars), Outlined Latin Cross ✞, and the Dagger † used in typography.