Itzamna
Meaningname of a Maya creator god · Maya
Itzamna is a Mexican boy name meaning “name of a Maya creator god”, with Maya roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Itzamna would score 18 points, thanks largely to the Z (worth 10).
Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Itzamna
Itzamna is a boy name of Mexican origin meaning “name of a Maya creator god”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Itzamna at school.
Origin:Mexican names
More Mexican boy names
- Boy name: Liam · resolute protector
- Boy name: Oliver · olive tree
- Boy name: Mateo · gift of God
- Boy name: Lucas · man from Lucania
- Boy name: Benjamin · son of the right hand
- Unisex name: Elias · my God is Yahweh
- Unisex name: Luca · man from Lucania
- Boy name: Sebastian · venerable
Questions about the name Itzamna
What does the name Itzamna mean?
Itzamna means “name of a Maya creator god” and comes from Maya. Names built around “God” have been loved for generations, and give a child a meaning worth sharing when someone asks about their name. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Theodore (“gift of God”), Elijah (“my God is Yahweh”), Mateo (“gift of God”) and Elias (“my God is Yahweh”).
What is the origin of the name Itzamna?
Itzamna is Mexican in origin, and its meaning traces back to Maya. Other Mexican names to consider are Liam (“resolute protector”), Oliver (“olive tree”), Mateo (“gift of God”) and Lucas (“man from Lucania”).
Is Itzamna a boy or girl name?
Itzamna is a boy name.
What names are similar to Itzamna?
If you like Itzamna, you might also like Theodore, Elijah, Mateo and Elias.
What should I know before naming my baby Itzamna?
Itzamna is a Mexican boy name meaning “name of a Maya creator god”, with Maya roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.