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What does the baby name Maricruz mean? Learn about what Maricruz means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Maricruz - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Maricruz
M-A-R-I-C-R-U-Z, is a 8-letter female given name.
Pronunciation of Maricruz
mah-ree-CROOS
Meaning of Maricruz
Rebellious, cross, maria + cruz.
Origin of Maricruz
The name 'Maricruz' is a combination of two names, 'Maria' and 'Cruz'. 'Maria' is of Hebrew origin and means 'bitter' or 'rebellious'. 'Cruz' is of Spanish origin and means 'cross'. When combined, the name 'Maricruz' can be interpreted as 'bitter cross' or 'rebellious cross'.
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Popularity of Maricruz
The popularity of the name 'Maricruz' has varied over time. It gained popularity in the Spanish-speaking community, particularly in Latin America and Spain, during the mid-20th century. However, it has become less common in recent years.
Maricruz currently has 3 likes, and is in the top 13% of liked girl's names. The name Abayomi is slightly more popular than Maricruz.

Etymology of Maricruz

The name 'Maricruz' is a compound name that combines elements from two different languages. 'Maria' is derived from the Hebrew name 'Miriam', which is believed to mean 'bitter' or 'rebellious'. 'Cruz' is a Spanish word meaning 'cross'. Therefore, the etymology of 'Maricruz' can be understood as a combination of the meanings of 'Maria' and 'Cruz'.

Cultural Significance of Maricruz

In many Spanish-speaking cultures, the name 'Maricruz' is associated with religious symbolism. The 'Cruz' element of the name refers to the Christian cross, which holds significant religious meaning for Catholics and other Christian denominations. The name may be seen as a representation of one 's faith or devotion to Christianity.