Aritz
Basque · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Aritz
Aritz is a Basque name meaning "oak tree," derived from the Basque word "aritz" which refers to the oak, a tree significant in pre-Christian Basque mythology and culture.
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Etymology
Aritz is a Basque name meaning "oak tree," derived from the Basque word "aritz" which refers to the oak, a tree significant in pre-Christian Basque mythology and culture. The name is primarily used in the Basque Country (Spain and France) and reflects Basque cultural identity, with increased popularity in the modern era as part of the Basque cultural revival.
Aritz currently ranks #12,393 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2023.
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