Find out how popular the first name Yetzali has been for the last 15 years (from 2009 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Yetzali by gender

Based on the last 15 years of data, Yetzali is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 30 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Yetzali.

The history of the first name Yetzali

The name Yetzali originates from the Nahuatl language, spoken by the Aztec people of ancient Mexico. It can be traced back to pre-Columbian times, prior to the 16th century Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire.

Yetzali is derived from the Nahuatl words "yetzia" meaning "to bloom" and "xochitl" meaning "flower." The name therefore carries the poetic meaning of "blooming flower" or "one who blooms like a flower." It reflects the deep reverence the Aztecs held for nature and the cycles of life.

While no definitive historical references to the name Yetzali have been found in ancient Aztec codices or stone inscriptions, it is believed to have been in use among the indigenous nobility and common folk alike. The name's floral symbolism aligns with the Aztec tradition of naming children after natural elements or concepts.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Yetzali was a 16th century Nahua woman from Tlaxcala, a region allied with the Spanish conquistadors against the Aztec Empire. Her story is briefly mentioned in the writings of Spanish chroniclers, though few details are known.

In the 19th century, Yetzali Reyes (1830-1902) was a prominent educator and activist from Veracruz, Mexico. She advocated for women's rights and established several schools for underprivileged children.

Yetzali Rojas (1892-1975) was a Mexican painter and sculptor, known for her vibrant depictions of indigenous life and traditions. Her works are featured in several museums across Mexico.

Yetzali Hernández (1921-2007) was a Xochimilco-born actress who appeared in numerous Mexican films during the Golden Age of Mexican cinema in the 1940s and 1950s.

Yetzali Navarrete (born 1986) is a contemporary Mexican actress and model, best known for her role in the telenovela "Amor Bravío" and for being crowned Miss Universe in 2010.

Throughout its history, the name Yetzali has maintained its connection to the rich cultural heritage of Mexico's indigenous peoples, while also being embraced by modern Mexican society as a beautiful and meaningful name.

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