Thorn bush or place of thorns
Aranza is a Spanish name of Basque origin, derived from the word 'arantza' meaning thorn. It is closely associated with the Virgin of Arantzazu, a title of the Virgin Mary in the Basque Country, where she appeared in a thorn bush. The name has gained popularity in Latin America and among Spanish-speaking communities in the US.
About 144 girls were named Aranza in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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The same feel as Aranza — far less common.
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