Thorn bush or place of thorns
Derived from the Basque word 'arantza', meaning thorn, it refers to the Sanctuary of Arantzazu in Gipuzkoa, Spain. According to legend, the Virgin Mary appeared in a thorn bush to a shepherd there in the 15th century. It is a popular name in the Basque Country and gained international recognition through sports.
About 6 girls were named Arantxa in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Former world No. 1 tennis player and four-time Grand Slam champion
Dutch professional tennis player
Spanish professional tennis player
