Cruz

Meaning of Cruz

Cruz means "cross." It symbolizes the cross of Christ, a major symbol in Christianity.

Cruz has Spanish, Portuguese roots — browse every Spanish, Portuguese baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Cruz

Cruz has cooled off, slipping to #331 in 2025, down from a peak of #279 in 2013.

Notable people named Cruz

• Cruz Beckham
  English singer and internet personality
• Cruz Martinez
  American music producer and DJ
• Cruz Azul
  Mexican football club
• Julio Cruz
  Argentine former football player
• Taio Cruz
  English singer, songwriter

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Questions about the name Cruz

What does the name Cruz mean?

Cruz means cruz means "cross." it symbolizes the cross of christ, a major symbol in christianity, and it comes from Spanish, Portuguese origins.

Is Cruz a boy's or a girl's name?

Cruz is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Cruz?

In 2025, Cruz ranked #331 for boys, down from #303 the year before.

When was Cruz most popular?

Cruz peaked at #279 in 2013.