Find out how popular the first name Mariluz has been for the last 50 years (from 1975 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Mariluz by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Mariluz is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 8 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Mariluz.

The history of the first name Mariluz

The name Mariluz is a Spanish compound name formed by combining the names Maria and Luz. Maria is a feminine given name derived from the ancient Hebrew name Miryam, meaning "bitter" or "beloved". It has been a popular name among Christians due to its association with the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ. The name Luz, on the other hand, is derived from the Latin word "lux", meaning "light".

The name Mariluz itself is believed to have originated in the Spanish-speaking regions of Europe and Latin America, possibly as early as the 16th century when Spanish colonization and the spread of Christianity took place in the Americas. The combination of Maria and Luz symbolizes the "Light of Mary" or the "Illuminated Mary", reflecting the reverence and devotion to the Virgin Mary in the Catholic tradition.

While the name Mariluz does not appear to be explicitly mentioned in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its components, Maria and Luz, have been widely used in various cultural and religious contexts throughout history. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Mariluz can be traced back to the 17th century in Spain and its colonies.

Notable historical figures who bore the name Mariluz include:

1. Mariluz Arteaga (1924-2007), a Venezuelan actress and singer known for her work in Mexican cinema and television.
2. Mariluz Bermúdez (1914-1995), a Cuban poet, essayist, and academic who played a significant role in the literary and cultural scene of Cuba.
3. Mariluz Escribano (1937-2019), a Spanish actress who appeared in numerous television series and films throughout her career.
4. Mariluz Oliva (1928-2021), an Argentine actress and comedian who was a prominent figure in the Golden Age of Argentine cinema and television.
5. Mariluz Villar (born 1942), a Mexican actress and singer known for her work in telenovelas and Mexican cinema in the 1960s and 1970s.

These individuals, spanning various countries and professions, have contributed to the recognition and popularity of the name Mariluz throughout the 20th century.

Data source

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