Cruze Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Spanish
Gender Distribution:
100% Masculine / 0% Feminine
Meaning:
Variant of Cruz, meaning 'cross' in Spanish.
Meaning of the Name Cruze
Cruze is a variant spelling of the name Cruz, which originates from the Spanish word for 'cross'. The name Cruz is often associated with religious symbolism, representing the crucifix. It can also signify strength, faith, and perseverance. The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world due to its association with the actress Penelope Cruz.
Popularity of the Name Cruze
The popularity for the name Cruze peaked in popularity in the year 2013 with 80 births, which ranked number 4,095 out of 30,885 unique names for that year. Cruze had the most male births in 2013 with 80, which ranked number 1,792 out of 14,061 male names. The number of births for the name Cruze has increased over the last ten years from 49 births to 53 births, an increase of 8.16%. Among males, Cruze has increased in popularity over the last ten years from 49 births to 53 births, an increase of 8.16%.
Nationwide Popularity of Cruze
- 10 Year Trend of Cruze: 8.16%
- 10 Year Male Trend of Cruze: 8.16%
Popularity of Cruze by State
For males, Cruze was most popular in Western states with 7 births in the region. It was most commonly seen in CA, with 7 male births. See below for a full state by state breakdown of the name Cruze. States with less than five births recorded will not be shown.
| State | Male Births | Male Gender Rank | Female Births | Female Gender Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 | 2013 | < 5 | N/A |
2024 Popularity Projections for Cruze
- Total Births of Cruze: 53 (0.79%)
- Male Births of Cruze: 53 (0.79%)
Given the upward trend of Cruze over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a 0.79% increase in total births, for a total of 53 births in 2024. Male births for Cruze have been increasing over the past decade, so we anticipate roughly 53 male births in 2024, an increase of 0.79%.