Name Detail

Cruz

cross

Male Spanish / American / Modern American / Contemporary U.S. / Modern English / Minimalist Global / Mode / Contemporary American / English / Australian / United States 1 syllables 0 popularity 0 favorites

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Cruz at a glance

Popularity grows when partners press accept in Partner Choice, and favorites grow when this name becomes a final shared match.

Full Name Detail

Name

Cruz

Origin

Spanish / American / Modern American / Contemporary U.S. / Modern English / Minimalist Global / Mode / Contemporary American / English / Australian / United States

Gender

Male

Meaning

cross

Detailed Meaning

A sharp, modern name with cultural depth. It carries strength and direction while remaining accessible and stylish in contemporary American usage.

This name carries adventurous spirit with modern American confidence. It feels both bold and approachable, perfect for contemporary families.

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Syllable Breakdown

1. cruz (prefix)

This breakdown helps explain how the final name is built and why it sounds the way it does.

Cruz Name Meaning and Style

Cruz is a male name of Spanish / American / Modern American / Contemporary U.S. / Modern English / Minimalist Global / Mode / Contemporary American / English / Australian / United States origin, meaning cross.

It appears in the Adventurous, American, Aspirational name collections and has 1 syllable. Browse the related Spanish / American / Modern American / Contemporary U.S. / Modern English / Minimalist Global / Mode / Contemporary American / English / Australian / United States names below for alternatives with a similar background.