Rising since 2013, #7,491 for girls today.
Popularity of Luzma since 2013
Babies named Luzma per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 57 |
| 2020s | 92 |
Meaning & origin
Luzma is a modern Spanish name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2013. As of 2025, it ranks 7491, with a frequency of 1 in 114805 births. Its peak year was 2020, and its trajectory has been rising since 2013. The name is most common in California, among Spanish-speaking communities. Luzma likely blends Luz (meaning 'light') with the suffix -ma, possibly from María, reflecting a trend of creating distinctive feminine names. Its modern coinage means there is little historical or etymological documentation, but it carries a luminous, melodic quality that appeals to parents seeking a unique yet culturally rooted name.
Luzma is a modern Spanish given name, likely a combination of Luz (Spanish for 'light') and the common feminine suffix -ma. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2013, suggesting recent coinage. It may also be a diminutive of Luz María, a compound name popular in Spanish-speaking countries.
Where Luzma is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Luz, Mama, Lula
Sibling names for Luzma
Names that share Luzma's style, for a brother or sister.
