NAME PROFILE
Cruz
Cruz is a Spanish name meaning 'cross.' it is a short, powerful name that carries great cultural and spiritual weight, suggesting a person who is devoted, resilient, and community-minded.
Key Stats
| Total births | 35,024 |
| Gender | Male (81% / 19%) |
| Peak year | 2013 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | Spanish, Portuguese |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
⚓ Timeless & Steady
Top States
TX — 31%CA — 31%AZ — 15%NM — 13%NY — 9%
Notable People
Ted Cruz (Politician) · Penélope Cruz (Actress) · Cruz Beckham (Public figure) · Cruz Bustamante (Politician) · Cruz Reynoso (Judge)
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