Itzli
Meaningobsidian · Nahuatl
Itzli is a Mexican boy name meaning “obsidian”, with Nahuatl roots. Nahuatl was the language of the Aztecs, and its names often honor nature, the sky or the seasons. 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 soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
Did you know?
- Word funItzli starts and ends with the same letter, I. A neat little bookend.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Itzli would score 14 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 Itzli
Itzli is a boy name of Mexican origin meaning “obsidian”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Itzli 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 Itzli
What does the name Itzli mean?
Itzli means “obsidian” and comes from Nahuatl. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Itzcoatl (“obsidian serpent”).
What is the origin of the name Itzli?
Itzli is Mexican in origin, and its meaning traces back to Nahuatl. Other Mexican names to consider are Liam (“resolute protector”), Oliver (“olive tree”), Mateo (“gift of God”) and Lucas (“man from Lucania”).
Is Itzli a boy or girl name?
Itzli is a boy name.
What names are similar to Itzli?
If you like Itzli, you might also like Itzcoatl.
What should I know before naming my baby Itzli?
Itzli is a Mexican boy name meaning “obsidian”, with Nahuatl roots. Nahuatl was the language of the Aztecs, and its names often honor nature, the sky or the seasons. 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 soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.