Metztli
met-zet-lee
US Popularity:5500
Origin:Aztec
Other Origin(s):Mexican
Meaning:"Moon; Crescent; Month; Aztec deity of the moon, night, and farmers"
Metztli is a gender-neutral name of Aztec origin. It translates to “moon,” “crescent,” or “month,” and refers to the Aztec deity of the moon, night, and farmers. It’s unclear whether Metztli was a god or goddess, and some sources suggest they are the same being as the moon goddess Yohaulticetl and the moon god Tecciztecatl. In Aztec legend, the sun and moon were once equally bright. To protect the Earth from burning light, the sun threw a rabbit at the moon, which became darkened and created the “Rabbit on the Moon.” A mystical name offering a wealth of celestial charm, Metztli is a radiant choice.
How Popular Is The Name Metztli?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Metztli is currently #4997 on The Bump
Boy:Metztli is currently #2813 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Metztli is currently #3308 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Metztli is currently #5500 in U.S. births
Boy:Metztli is currently #13510 in U.S. births
Girl:Metztli is currently #3354 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
Gender:
Girl
#3354
in 2024
- 1033
from 2023
Sources
Nahuatl Dictionary, metztli.
Behind the Name, Metztli, April 2024
World History Encyclopedia, Aztec Pantheon, March 2017
WordSense, metztli
Nahuatl Dictionary, Ce Tochtli.
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