Cruz
Cruz is a boy's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Cross.
Origin and history
Cruz is a traditionally Spanish name derived from the word for cross, referencing the Christian symbol of the Crucifixion. Historically used as a surname or given name for both boys and girls, it has gained substantial popularity in the U.S. as a unisex given name, particularly for boys in recent decades. It offers a strong, single-syllable, modern yet traditional option for American parents.
Popularity in the United States
30,792 babies in the United States have been named Cruz since 1880. It ranks #675 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #312.
States where it is most popular
- CA (24.4 %)
- TX (21.4 %)
- AZ (5.1 %)
- FL (2.9 %)
- IL (2.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 6 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 42 |
| 1910-1920 | 296 |
| 1920-1930 | 733 |
| 1930-1940 | 655 |
| 1940-1950 | 730 |
| 1950-1960 | 833 |
| 1960-1970 | 759 |
| 1970-1980 | 788 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,299 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,126 |
| 2000-2010 | 5,107 |
| 2010-2019 | 10,982 |
| 2020-2029 | 6,436 |
Famous people named Cruz
- Cruz Beckham: Musician, Media Personality
Fun facts
- The name directly references the Christian symbol of the cross and was originally bestowed to honor the Crucifixion of Jesus.
- Though traditionally used as a Spanish surname, Cruz gained significant traction as a given name in the United States during the early 2000s.