What is the origin of the name Luz?

Luz is a name of Spanish origin.

How popular is the name Luz?

In 2023, 375 babies were named Luz in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, Luz is traditionally used as a girl's name.

Girl's name

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Births Last Year: 375 →

All-Time Total: 27,385

Peak Year: 1999

Luz is a Spanish name derived from the Latin word "lux," meaning "light."

Girl names closely related to Luz

Angelique Perla Camila Rubi Sol Arisbeth Iliana Nathalia

Boy names closely related to Luz

Angel Yael Jairo Alexis Misael Isaias Uriel Ismael

Names with similar meaning to Luz

Aleena Alina Alyna Cinda Eleanor Eleanore Elinor Ellen

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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