Kruz

♂ Boy

Pronounced KROOZ /kruːz/Low

Meaning: Cross, the Christian crossLow

In 30 seconds: Kruz is a phonetic spelling of Cruz, the Spanish word for cross. As a given name it carries Christian devotional meaning and a bold, one-syllable punch that has made Cruz/Kruz popular among parents who want a short, strong name.

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Origin LowSpanish, Latin

MeaningCross, the Christian cross

U.S. rank (2024)#1273 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births154 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2022

Total births (all-time)≈ 2,491

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Kruz is a variant of Cruz, from the Spanish cruz meaning cross, from the Latin crux. As a given name it has been used in Spanish-speaking Catholic communities and has grown more broadly as a short masculine name with religious significance.

Kruz with a K gives the traditional Cruz a more distinctive visual identity. It is used in the United States among Latino families and among parents who appreciate its bold simplicity.

Did you know? The cross is the central symbol of Christianity, and names derived from crux (Latin for cross) — Cruz, Cruzita, Vera Cruz — carry centuries of Catholic devotional heritage. The K-spelling modernizes this ancient symbol.

Overall data confidence 90%

Behind the Name: Cruz

Variations

CruzCruzzCruze

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Frequently Asked

What does Kruz mean?

Kruz means cross from the Spanish Cruz, from Latin crux. It carries Catholic devotional meaning.

Is Kruz different from Cruz?

Kruz is a variant spelling of Cruz with the same meaning. The K gives it a more modern visual identity.

How do you pronounce Kruz?

Kruz is pronounced KROOZ, a single syllable.

What names are similar to Kruz?

Similar names include Cruz, Max, and Tex.