Jatziry
A feminine name of unknown origin, possibly meaning "heaven" or "flower".
Name Census estimates that about 462 living Americans carry the first name Jatziry. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Jatziry today is around 13 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jatziry births was 2012 (44 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jatziry. 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.
People living today
462
~ 1 in 741,893 Americans
Peak year
2012
44 babies that year
Average age
13
years old
2024 SSA rank
#9,169
Tracked since 2000
Popularity
Jatziry: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Jatziry from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 219 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Jatziry remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jatziry 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 Jatziry during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Jatzirys live
The SSA's state-level files cover 3 states and territories. California, Texas, Illinois recorded the most babies named Jatziry, while Illinois, Texas, California recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 46 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Jatziry
The name Jatziry is believed to have its origins in the Nahuatl language, which was spoken by the Aztecs and other indigenous peoples of central Mexico. Nahuatl was the predominant language in the region during the time of the Aztec Empire, which flourished in the 14th to 16th centuries.
It is thought that Jatziry is derived from the Nahuatl words "xochitl" (flower) and "tziri" (small or diminutive), suggesting that the name may have originally meant something along the lines of "little flower." However, the precise etymology is not entirely certain, and there may be variations or alternative interpretations of the name's meaning.
While Jatziry is not a common name in historical records, it is possible that variations or similar names may have appeared in Aztec codices or other pre-Columbian texts or inscriptions. Unfortunately, many of these sources were lost or destroyed during the Spanish conquest and colonization of the region.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jatziry can be found in the baptismal records of the Archdiocese of Mexico City, dating back to the 17th century. This suggests that the name may have been adopted or adapted by indigenous communities after the Spanish colonization and the introduction of Christianity.
Throughout history, there have been a few notable individuals who bore the name Jatziry, though it has not been a particularly widespread or popular name until more recent times. One example is Jatziry Robles, a Mexican artist and painter from the early 20th century, known for her vibrant depictions of indigenous culture and traditions.
Another notable figure is Jatziry Hernández, a Mexican swimmer who competed in the 2008 and 2012 Olympic Games, representing her country in various swimming events. Hernández was born in 1985 and hails from the state of Jalisco, Mexico.
In the realm of literature, there is Jatziry Zamora, a contemporary Mexican author and poet known for her works exploring themes of identity, feminism, and indigenous heritage. Zamora was born in 1976 and has published several collections of poetry and prose.
Jatziry Maldonado is a Mexican former professional boxer who competed in the lightweight and super lightweight divisions. Born in 1983, Maldonado had a successful career and held various regional boxing titles during her time in the ring.
Lastly, Jatziry Feregrino is a Mexican actress and model who has appeared in various telenovelas and films. Born in 1980, Feregrino is known for her roles in popular Mexican television series and her work as a model and fashion influencer.
People
Jatziry + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jatziry as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jatziry: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jatziry?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 462 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jatziry 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 741,893 US residents.
Is Jatziry a common name?
We classify Jatziry as "Very Rare". It ranks above 83.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 466 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jatziry most popular?
The single biggest year for Jatziry was 2012, when 44 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jatziry is about 13 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Jatziry a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jatziry in the SSA data are female. 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.