Itzae
A feminine name of Mayan origin meaning "behold, the dew".
Name Census estimates that about 1,283 living Americans carry the first name Itzae. It appears on both sides of the gender split, with 68.9% of registrations being male. The average person named Itzae today is around 7 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Itzae births was 2020 (141 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Itzae. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Itzae is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 7 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.
People living today
1.3K
~ 1 in 267,151 Americans
Peak year
2020
141 babies that year
Average age
7
years old
2024 SSA rank
#2,139
Tracked since 2011
Gender
Gender distribution for Itzae
Itzae is one of the more evenly split names in the SSA data. Of the 1,292 total registrations, 890 (68.9%) were male and 402 (31.1%) were female.
Itzae as a male name
- Ranked #2,139 in 2024
- 69 male births in 2024
- Peak: 2020 (105 births)
Itzae as a female name
- Ranked #2,800 in 2024
- 60 female births in 2024
- Peak: 2024 (60 births)
Popularity
Itzae: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Itzae from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 651 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Itzae by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Itzae during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Itzaes live
The SSA's state-level files cover 7 states and territories. California, Texas, Illinois recorded the most babies named Itzae, while Washington, Florida, Arizona recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 98 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Itzae
The given name Itzae has its origins in the ancient Maya civilization of Mesoamerica. The name can be traced back to the Yucatec Maya language spoken in present-day Mexico and parts of Central America. It is believed to be derived from the word "itz," meaning "dew" or "dewdrop," signifying freshness, purity, and the natural beauty of the rainforest environment.
Itzae holds a significant place in Maya mythology and culture. It is recorded in several ancient Maya codices and inscriptions found on stelae and pottery. One of the earliest known references to the name Itzae can be found in the Dresden Codex, an ancient Maya book dating back to the 11th or 12th century AD.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Itzae. One of the most renowned was Itzae Kan Ahk (born c. 611 AD), a powerful Maya ruler who reigned over the city-state of Usumacinta in present-day Chiapas, Mexico. He was known for his military conquests and the expansion of his kingdom's influence in the region.
Another historical figure was Itzae Xib'alb'a (c. 850 AD - 920 AD), a renowned Maya astronomer and mathematician who made significant contributions to the development of the Maya calendar system. His detailed observations and calculations were instrumental in maintaining the accuracy of the calendar, which was crucial for religious ceremonies and agricultural cycles.
In the 16th century, Itzae Tun (born c. 1530) was a Maya noble and ambassador who played a pivotal role in establishing diplomatic relations between the Maya and Spanish colonizers. His efforts helped preserve aspects of Maya culture and tradition during the tumultuous period of Spanish conquest.
During the 19th century, Itzae Caamal (1832 - 1910) was a celebrated Maya poet and writer from the Yucatán Peninsula. Her works, written in the Yucatec Maya language, captured the essence of Maya traditions, beliefs, and way of life, providing a valuable cultural legacy for future generations.
Another notable figure was Itzae Chan (1890 - 1972), a Maya activist and educator who dedicated her life to promoting indigenous rights and preserving Maya language and heritage. She established several schools and cultural centers, ensuring the survival and transmission of Maya knowledge and traditions.
These are just a few examples of the rich history and significance associated with the given name Itzae, which has its roots in the ancient Maya civilization and has been carried by individuals who have made lasting contributions to their communities and cultures throughout the centuries.
People
Itzae + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Itzae as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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FAQ
Itzae: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Itzae?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,283 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Itzae going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 267,151 US residents.
Is Itzae a common name?
We classify Itzae as "Rare". It ranks above 91.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,292 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Itzae most popular?
The single biggest year for Itzae was 2020, when 141 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Itzae is about 7 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Itzae a male name?
Yes, 68.9% of people registered as Itzae in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.