Itzel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Itzel originates from Nahuatl, meaning 'rainbow' or 'star'. It has evolved through influences from Nahuatl and Spanish, reflecting the cultural heritage of the indigenous peoples of Mexico. The name is associated with beauty and uniqueness, and it has gained popularity in contemporary times as people seek to honor their cultural roots. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
The name Itzel is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Itzel has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Itzel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10567th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11138th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16846th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1350th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 450th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 484th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Itzel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Itzel"
Pronunciation
/ˈɪt.sɛl/
Origin
Nahuatl
Etymology
The name Itzel is derived from the Nahuatl word 'itzel', which means 'rainbow' or 'star'.
Meaning
rainbow, star
Language Evolution
Nahuatl, Spanish
Historical Usage
Itzel has gained popularity in Mexico and among communities with Nahuatl heritage, particularly from the 20th century onwards as there has been a resurgence of interest in indigenous names.
Variants & Derivatives
Itzelle, Itzá
Modern Popularity & Image
Itzel is often perceived as a beautiful and unique name that carries cultural significance, particularly among those who appreciate indigenous heritage.
Famous People
Itzel Huitzilopochtli - Mexican artist, Itzel Yañez - Mexican athlete
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Itzel"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Itzel"
"Itzel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10567th of 16616 | 28 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 11138th of 24088 | 68 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 16846th of 23106 | 19 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1350th of 27321 | 1,801 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 450th of 35406 | 10,780 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 484th of 30306 | 7,874 |
Regional Popularity of "Itzel" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
60.06% 3794th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Itzel" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
47.82% 1762nd/3685 |
59.20% 2649th/4475 |
22.06% 1146th/5194 |
11.24% 710th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
14.64% 671st/4582 |
20.91% 1080th/5164 |
7.19% 526th/7313 |
3.28% 245th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
19.03% 758th/3984 |
18.79% 843rd/4487 |
7.84% 535th/6822 |
4.16% 261st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Itzel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Itzel" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.