latin cross Emoji

✝️ · U+271D U+FE0F · Emoji 0.7

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What does the latin cross emoji mean?

Meaning reviewed and updated July 2026 · Unicode data from the official Unicode Standard

When expressing faith, spirituality, or cultural identity, individuals often reach for the ✝️ latin cross emoji, which represents a symbol of Christianity, defined as a cross with equal vertical and horizontal arms, used to signify devotion, sacrifice, and redemption, and is also used figuratively to represent protection, blessings, or divine intervention, as well as in slang to express a strong conviction or unwavering commitment to a cause or ideology. The ✝️ latin cross emoji is a widely recognized emblem of the Christian faith, and its meaning can vary depending on the context in which it is used. In a broader sense, the ✝️ latin cross emoji can also symbolize hope, love, and salvation. Its significance extends beyond religious contexts, as it can be used to convey a sense of morality, ethics, or values.

How the latin cross emoji is used

The ✝️ latin cross emoji is frequently used in digital communication, particularly in social media captions, comments, and text messages, to convey a sense of spirituality or to express solidarity with the Christian community, with a tone that can range from reverent to casual, depending on the platform and the intended audience. On Instagram and Facebook, the ✝️ latin cross emoji is often used in posts and stories to celebrate religious holidays, such as Easter or Christmas, or to express gratitude and appreciation for life's blessings. In contrast, on Twitter and TikTok, the ✝️ latin cross emoji may be used in a more informal or humorous way, such as to express a strong opinion or to poke fun at a situation. The use of the ✝️ latin cross emoji can also vary across different age groups and cultural backgrounds, reflecting the diversity of the global online community.

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How to copy the latin cross emoji

To use the latin cross emoji, tap the Copy button above, then paste it (long-press then Paste on mobile, or Ctrl+V / Cmd+V on desktop) anywhere you can type: messages, captions, usernames, bios and documents. It copies the real Unicode character (U+271D U+FE0F), so it works on every app and platform, no download needed.

Also known as

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latin cross emoji on different platforms

How the latin cross emoji looks across emoji sets. These designs come from openly-licensed sets (Twemoji, Google Noto, OpenMoji). See image credits.

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latin cross Emoji Details

Emoji✝️
Namelatin cross
CategorySymbols
CodepointsU+271D U+FE0F
Shortcode:latin_cross:
Emoji version0.7
Unicode version0.7
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latin cross Emoji FAQ

What does the latin cross emoji mean?

When expressing faith, spirituality, or cultural identity, individuals often reach for the ✝️ latin cross emoji, which represents a symbol of Christianity, defined as a cross with equal vertical and horizontal arms, used to signify devotion, sacrifice, and redemption, and is also used figuratively to represent protection, blessings, or divine intervention, as well as in slang to express a strong conviction or unwavering commitment to a cause or ideology. The ✝️ latin cross emoji is a widely recognized emblem of the Christian faith, and its meaning can vary depending on the context in which it is used.

How do I copy and paste the latin cross emoji?

Tap the Copy button at the top of this page, then paste ✝️ wherever you type. Because it copies the real Unicode character, it works in every app on iPhone, Android, Windows and Mac.

What is the latin cross emoji Unicode codepoint?

It is U+271D U+FE0F, introduced in Emoji version 0.7 (Unicode 0.7). Its shortcode is :latin_cross:.

What are other names for the latin cross emoji?

People also search for the latin cross emoji as christ, christian, cross, latin, religion.

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