Cruzito Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkroo-ZEE-toh / /kɹuˈziːtoʊ/Spanish; Latin
Meaning
little cross (Spanish); cross (Latin)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Spanish, 'Cruzito' is a diminutive form of 'Cruz,' meaning 'cross,' often used in affectionate contexts. The Latin origin also relates to the word for 'cross,' symbolizing faith and sacrifice, which has been significant in various cultures throughout history.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Cruz
- Cruzito
International Variants
- Cruz (Spanish)
- Cruz (Portuguese)
Famous people named Cruzito
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Fictional characters named Cruzito
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cruzito was first seen in the United States in 1995. Cruzito has ranked as high as #1361 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in New Mexico, Texas, Colorado, and California. In the past 5 years the name Cruzito has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cruzito (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NM | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2012 | 20 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 25 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 19 |