Names Starting With C
UnisexSpanish#280 in 2025
Cruz
Cruz is a unisex name of Spanish origin meaning “cross.” It ranked #280 in the United States in 2025.
pronunciation
KROOZ
meaning & origin
The name Cruz means “cross.” It comes from the Spanish language tradition.
From the Spanish word for cross, with strong Catholic and Hispanic cultural heritage. It gained wider visibility as the surname of singer Cruz and as Victoria and David Beckham's son's name.
popularity over time
#3182020
#3022021
#2932022
#2852023
#2802024
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #280 |
| 2023 | #285 |
| 2022 | #293 |
| 2021 | #302 |
| 2020 | #318 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
famous people named Cruz
- Cruz Beckham
- Penélope Cruz
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