Find out how popular the first name Meztly has been for the last 1 years (from 2008 to 2008) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Meztly by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Meztly is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2008, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Meztly.

The history of the first name Meztly

The given name Meztly has its origins in the Nahuatl language, which was spoken by the Aztec civilization of Mexico. The name likely dates back to the 14th or 15th century, during the height of the Aztec Empire in what is now central Mexico.

Meztly is derived from the Nahuatl word "metztli," which translates to "moon." This suggests that the name may have held significance in Aztec mythology or religious beliefs, as celestial bodies like the moon were often revered and incorporated into their culture.

While there are no clear records of the name appearing in ancient Aztec texts or codices, it is possible that it was used as a name during that time period, given its connection to the Nahuatl language and Aztec culture.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Meztly was Meztly Xochitl, a prominent Aztec noblewoman who lived in the 15th century. She was known for her involvement in religious ceremonies and her influence within the Aztec society.

In the 16th century, during the Spanish conquest of Mexico, there are records of an Aztec warrior named Meztly Cuauhtli, who fought against the invading Spanish forces led by Hernán Cortés.

Moving forward in history, in the late 18th century, there was a Mexican artist and painter named Meztly Velázquez, whose works depicted scenes from Aztec mythology and history. Velázquez's birth and death years are uncertain, but his art remains an important part of Mexico's cultural heritage.

In the 19th century, Meztly Juárez was a notable Mexican educator and advocate for women's rights. She founded several schools for girls and fought for equal educational opportunities for women in Mexico. Juárez's exact dates are unknown, but her legacy has been celebrated by Mexican feminists and educators.

Another notable figure with the name Meztly was Meztly Zapata, a Mexican revolutionary who fought alongside Emiliano Zapata during the Mexican Revolution in the early 20th century. Zapata was born in 1895 and was killed in action in 1919, becoming a martyr for the revolutionary cause.

While the name Meztly is not as common today as it once was, it remains a part of Mexico's cultural and historical heritage, with its roots firmly planted in the Aztec civilization and the Nahuatl language.

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