Quetzalli
kwaet-zul-lee
US Popularity:6118
Origin:Aztec
Other Origin(s):Mexican, Native American
Meaning:"Feather from the quetzal bird; Precious thing"
"Quetzalli is a gender-neutral Mexican name of Aztec origin. This rare gem comes from the indigenous Nahuatl language and refers to a feather from the quetzal bird. The quetzal bird species is native to Central and South America and was revered by the Aztecs and Mayas for its bright and colorful plumage, which features colors like red, blue, green, and gold. As a given name, Quetzalli also carries the endearment ""precious thing."" Quetzalli symbolizes delicacy and natural beauty, traits that your little one will no doubt have in spades."
How Popular Is The Name Quetzalli?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Quetzalli is currently #3789 on The Bump
Boy:Quetzalli is currently #2122 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Quetzalli is currently #2538 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Quetzalli is currently #6118 in U.S. births
Girl:Quetzalli is currently #3479 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
Gender:
Girl
#3479
in 2024
+ 76
from 2023
Sources
Behind the Name, Quetzalli, April 2024
Nahuatl Dictionary, quetzalli
Britannica, quetzal, bird, May 2020
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