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Luz
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About Luz
Bright and spirited, this name carries an inherent radiance that matches its luminous meaning perfectly. The single syllable creates a crisp, decisive sound that's both memorable and easy to pronounce across multiple languages. It represents an excellent choice for families seeking cultural connection while wanting something accessible to broader communities. The name's brevity doesn't diminish its impact; rather, it concentrates its essence into a powerful, compact form. Its modern sound appeals to contemporary sensibilities while honoring traditional roots. The 'z' ending adds an unexpected edge that prevents it from feeling too soft or conventional, creating interesting balance.
Popularity of the Name Luz
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1887 | #910 |
| 1907 | #972 |
| 1913 | #937 |
| 1922 | #964 |
| 1924 | #924 |
| 1925 | #966 |
| 1926 | #977 |
| 1927 | #790 |
| 1928 | #726 |
| 1929 | #819 |
| 1930 | #905 |
| 1948 | #952 |
| 1950 | #964 |
| 1951 | #859 |
| 1952 | #909 |
| 1953 | #737 |
| 1954 | #692 |
| 1955 | #655 |
| 1956 | #630 |
| 1957 | #670 |
| 1958 | #625 |
| 1959 | #632 |
| 1960 | #586 |
| 1961 | #603 |
| 1962 | #588 |
| 1963 | #542 |
| 1964 | #531 |
| 1965 | #541 |
| 1966 | #484 |
| 1967 | #509 |
| 1968 | #468 |
| 1969 | #460 |
| 1970 | #476 |
| 1971 | #480 |
| 1972 | #454 |
| 1973 | #502 |
| 1974 | #475 |
| 1975 | #483 |
| 1976 | #488 |
| 1977 | #510 |
| 1978 | #520 |
| 1979 | #456 |
| 1980 | #492 |
| 1981 | #535 |
| 1982 | #525 |
| 1983 | #536 |
| 1984 | #583 |
| 1985 | #587 |
| 1986 | #600 |
| 1987 | #574 |
| 1988 | #640 |
| 1989 | #625 |
| 1990 | #603 |
| 1991 | #624 |
| 1992 | #630 |
| 1993 | #632 |
| 1994 | #645 |
| 1995 | #653 |
| 1996 | #680 |
| 1997 | #509 |
| 1998 | #502 |
| 1999 | #464 |
| 2000 | #533 |
| 2001 | #518 |
| 2002 | #591 |
| 2003 | #578 |
| 2004 | #601 |
| 2005 | #603 |
| 2006 | #590 |
| 2007 | #604 |
| 2008 | #734 |
| 2009 | #747 |
| 2010 | #746 |
| 2011 | #870 |
| 2012 | #869 |
| 2013 | #893 |
| 2015 | #961 |
| 2019 | #898 |
| 2022 | #945 |
| 2023 | #844 |
| 2024 | #747 |
| 2025 | #839 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Luz
Names Similar to Luz
Nicknames for Luz
- Lu
- Luzie
- Lulu
- Uzi
Famous People Named Luz
| Luz Long | German Olympic athlete - long jump |
| Luz Casal | Spanish singer and songwriter |
| Luz Milagros Verón | Argentinean miracle baby |
| Luz Elena González | Mexican actress and model |
| Luz María Jerez | Dominican TV presenter |
| Luz Marina Zuluaga | Colombian Miss Universe winner - 1958 |
| Luz Rivas | American politician and educator |
| Luz Valdivieso | Chilean actress |
| Luz Villamil | Uruguayan poet and writer |
| Luz Lancheros | Colombian journalist and TV host |
Characters Named Luz
| Luz Martinez | Detective in a crime thriller novel series |
| Luz Ramirez | Adventurous archaeologist in a fantasy video game |
| Luz Lopez | Main character in a romantic comedy film |
| Luz Anderson | Space explorer in a sci-fi book series |
| Luz Santiago | Superheroine in a graphic novel |
| Luz Mendez | Time-traveling protagonist in a YA novel |
| Luz Navarro | Daring pirate captain in a fantasy novel |
| Luz Morales | Genius inventor in a steampunk-themed story |
| Luz Foster | Powerful sorceress in a fantasy book |
| Luz Herrera | Tech-savvy protagonist in a cyberpunk tale |