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Mazatl

Gender-neutral name · Hebrew · Mexican

Meaningdeer · Nahuatl

Mazatl is a Hebrew and Mexican gender-neutral name meaning “deer”, 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 draws on the natural world and is also an animal name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. It suits a boy or a girl equally well.

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  • Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Mazatl would score 17 points, thanks largely to the Z (worth 10).
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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 Mazatl

Mazatl is a gender-neutral name of Hebrew and Mexican origin meaning “deer”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Mazatl at school. It works for a boy or a girl, which suits parents who'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.

Origin:Hebrew namesMexican names

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Questions about the name Mazatl

What does the name Mazatl mean?

Mazatl means “deer” and comes from Nahuatl. Other gender-neutral names with a similar meaning include Oscar (“deer lover”), Fiadh (“wild, deer”), Buck (“male deer”) and Roscoe (“deer wood”).

What is the origin of the name Mazatl?

Mazatl is Hebrew and Mexican in origin, and its meaning traces back to Nahuatl. Names often travel between languages and cultures, which is why Mazatl turns up in more than one tradition. Other Hebrew names to consider are Noah (“rest, comfort”), James (“supplanter”), Mia (“possibly beloved”) and Elijah (“my God is Yahweh”).

Is Mazatl a boy or girl name?

Both. Mazatl is a true gender-neutral name used for boys and girls. That balance makes it a good pick if you'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.

What names are similar to Mazatl?

If you like Mazatl, you might also like Oscar, Fiadh, Buck and Roscoe.

What should I know before naming my baby Mazatl?

Mazatl is a Hebrew and Mexican gender-neutral name meaning “deer”, 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 draws on the natural world and is also an animal name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. It suits a boy or a girl equally well. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.