Quetzalli Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Aztec
Gender Distribution:
0% Masculine / 100% Feminine
Meaning:
Quetzalli means 'bird' in Nahuatl and symbolizes beauty and freedom.
Meaning of the Name Quetzalli
Quetzalli is a feminine name of Aztec origin. It is derived from the Nahuatl word 'quetzal' which means 'bird', specifically referring to the resplendent quetzal, a colorful bird endemic to Central America. The name Quetzalli symbolizes beauty, elegance, and freedom, as well as the connection with nature. In Aztec mythology, the quetzal bird was considered sacred and associated with the god Quetzalcoatl. Quetzalli is a unique and meaningful name that pays tribute to the rich cultural heritage of the Aztecs.
Popularity of the Name Quetzalli
The popularity for the name Quetzalli peaked in popularity in the year 2010 with 50 births, which ranked number 5,719 out of 31,652 unique names for that year. Quetzalli had the most female births in 2010 with 50, which ranked number 3,255 out of 19,832 female names for that year. The number of births for the name Quetzalli has declined sharply over the last ten years from 47 births to 38 births, a decline of -19.15%. Among females, Quetzalli has declined sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 47 births to 38 births, a decline of -19.15%.
Nationwide Popularity of Quetzalli
- 20 Year Trend of Quetzalli: 100.00%
- 10 Year Trend of Quetzalli: -19.15%
- 10 Year Female Trend of Quetzalli: -19.15%
Popularity of Quetzalli by State
Among females, Quetzalli was most popular in Western states with 22 births in the region. It was most commonly used in CA, with 22 female births. See below for a full state by state breakdown of the name Quetzalli. States with less than five births recorded will not be shown.
| State | Male Births | Male Gender Rank | Female Births | Female Gender Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | < 5 | N/A | 22 | 1210 |
2024 Popularity Projections for Quetzalli
- Total Births of Quetzalli: 37 (-2.10%)
- Female Births of Quetzalli: 37 (-2.10%)
Given the downward trend of Quetzalli over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a -2.10% decrease in total births, for a total of 37 births in 2024. For Females, births for Quetzalli have been decreasing over the past 10 years, and we expect roughly 37 female births in 2024, a decrease of -2.10%.