Quetzalli

“quetzal feather or precious” — Symbol of freedom and wealth in Mesoamerican cultures

Mexico origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#3570US 2023

44Births / yr

↑Rising

644All-time births

📅 Since 199600

What does Quetzalli mean and where does it come from?

The name Quetzalli originates from the Nahuatl language, which is spoken by the Nahua people in Mexico. It is derived from the word 'quetzal', which refers to the beautiful green feather of the quetzal bird, a symbol of freedom and wealth in Mesoamerican cultures. The name is not widely used outside

Cultural significance

Quetzalli has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Mexico-speaking communities, where it reflects values of quetzal feather or precious.

Peak popularity

Reached #3302 in 2010 — currently #3570 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Quetzalli?

Quetzalli works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Quetzalli Grace

How popular is Quetzalli right now?

Rising fast — up 372 spots — currently #3570 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#3570 · Top 2.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3570	44	▲ up 372 · +16% births
2022	#3942	38	▼ down 80 · -3% births
2021	#3862	39	▲ up 1068 · +50% births
2020	#4930	26	▼ down 566 · -21% births
2015	#4364	33	▼ down 1062 · -34% births
2010	#3302	50	▲ up 1639 · +85% births
2005	#4941	27	▲ up 9504 · +350% births
2000	#14445	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Quetzalli

Best Year2010Rank #3302

Peak Count50

Average Rank#5420

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20238 years

The story of Quetzalli

Quetzalli is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1996. With 644 total births recorded, Quetzalli remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #14445 in 2000 to #3570 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Quetzalli in 2010:

Isabella Sophia Emma Olivia Ava

Quetzalli by decade

Quetzalli peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	20
2000s	246
2010s ★	352
2020s	26

💎Quetzalli has only 644 total recorded births since 1996 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Quetzalli?

Common

QueQuieQuyAlli

What names sound and feel like Quetzalli?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Quetzalli also consider these

Quetzali

Mexico · Precious or beautiful

Quetzally

Mexico · feathered serpent

Aquetzalli

Mexico · The water flower,

Mexico · precious, a treasured

Ketzalli

Nahuatl · from the quetzal

Citlalli

Mexico · Nahuatl

Common questions about the name Quetzalli

What does the name Quetzalli mean?

Quetzalli means "quetzal feather or precious" — a name rooted in Mexico tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Quetzalli?

Quetzalli is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Quetzalli have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Quetzalli?

Quetzalli originates from Mexico tradition. Mexico names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Quetzalli?

Quetzalli pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Mexico heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Quetzalli trending right now?

Quetzalli is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.