Boy
Spanish
1 syllable
Cruz
KROOZ
/kruːz/
"Cross" — a faith-rooted Spanish name carrying devotion, direction, and bold simplicity
Cruz comes from the Spanish and Portuguese word for cross, derived from the Latin crux. It is deeply tied to Christian faith, symbolizing the cross of Jesus, and is a common surname throughout Latin America that has transitioned into a popular given name. Its short, punchy form and strong spiritual symbolism have made it a favorite in both Hispanic and broader English-speaking communities.
Quick Facts
Letters4
SyllablesCruz
GenderBoy
OriginSpanish
Root Wordcrux
MeaningCross, crossroads
PopularityPopular
Peak Year2007
Trend
→ Stable
Name DayMay 3
Nicknames
CruCruzy
About the Name Cruz
Cruz means cross in Spanish and Portuguese, from Latin crux. It carries deep Christian symbolism and is also associated with crossroads and life's journey.
Cruz is a Spanish and Portuguese name with Latin roots, widely used across Latin America and increasingly popular in the United States.
Cruz is consistently popular in the US, particularly within Hispanic communities, ranking in the top 200 for over two decades.
Cruz Antonio, Cruz Miguel, and Cruz Sebastian are strong combinations that honor the name's Latin heritage.
Cruzes are often seen as bold, faithful, and charismatic — carrying the symbolic weight of the cross with quiet confidence.
Cruz is spelled C-R-U-Z. It should not be confused with the English word cruise, which has a different spelling and origin.
Personality of Cruz
Perceived character traits commonly associated with people named Cruz
Creativity
66%
Elegance
72%
Independence
80%
Intelligence
70%
Strength
86%
Warmth
76%
Famous People Named Cruz
C
Cruz Beckham
Son of David and Victoria Beckham, aspiring singer
P
Penélope Cruz
Oscar-winning Spanish actress
T
Ted Cruz
US Senator from Texas of Cuban heritage
Middle Names for Cruz
Beautiful combinations that flow well with Cruz
Cruz Antonio
Cruz Miguel
Cruz Alejandro
Cruz Rafael
Cruz Sebastian
Cruz David
Cruz Mateo
Cruz Diego
Cruz River
Cruz James
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History of Cruz
400
Crux adopted in Christian Latin to refer to the cross of crucifixion
1200
Cruz becomes a common surname across Spain and Portugal
1850
Cruz spreads across Latin America as both surname and given name
2007
Cruz enters the US top 200 baby names, boosted by celebrity usage
Numerology & Symbolism of Cruz
5
Destiny Number
Sum of all letters
3
Soul Urge
Sum of vowels
♍
Zodiac Affinity
Sagittarius
5
Lucky Number
Personal power digit
🎨
Lucky Color
Red
💎
Lucky Stone
Ruby
🌸
Lucky Flower
Red Carnation
Cruz Around the World
How Cruz is written in different languages and scripts
كروز
Arabic
クルス
Japanese
Круз
Russian
크루스
Korean
克鲁兹
Chinese
Κρουζ
Greek
क्रूज़
Hindi
קרוז
Hebrew
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