Filipino surname
Cross
Religious surname
Cruz is a Filipino surname of Spanish origin meaning 'cross'. It was introduced during the Spanish colonial period and often given to converts or chosen for its Christian significance. The name is common throughout the Philippines.
It remains one of the more frequent Filipino surnames. Related forms include De la Cruz. The name reflects the deep influence of Spanish Catholicism on Filipino naming practices.
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Cross. Spanish for "cross"; became extremely common in the Philippines through Spanish colonial-era Catholic naming practices.
Cruz is a Filipino-origin surname. Popularity varies widely by country and region, and the same surname can be common in one place and rare in another.
Yes. Surnames, especially occupational and descriptive ones like this, were often adopted independently by many unrelated families who happened to share a trade, appearance, or location.
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