Luz
Luz: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Luz
- A female given name from Spanish.
How popular is Luz?
Since 1880, 27,874 girls and 931 boys in the U.S. have been named Luz (97% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #454 in 1972. Its highest rank for boys was #1013 in 1901. In 2025 it ranked #839 for girls, with 324 babies given the name.
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Luz FAQ
What does the name Luz mean?
A female given name from Spanish.
What is the origin of the name Luz?
Luz is listed as a name of Spanish origin.
How popular is the name Luz?
Since 1880, 27,874 girls and 931 boys in the U.S. have been named Luz (97% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #454 in 1972. Its highest rank for boys was #1013 in 1901. In 2025 it ranked #839 for girls, with 324 babies given the name.
Is Luz a boy or girl name?
Luz is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 27,874 girls and 931 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.