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Itzel
GirlNative American· “uncertain; often linked to Maya Ixchel”
- Meaning
- uncertain; often linked to Maya Ixchel (origin disputed)
- Origin
- Native American
- Pronunciation
- eet-SEHL
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #359
- US babies 2025
- 850
- Best rank
- #328 (2005)
- Peak year
- 2005
Meaning and origin of Itzel
Itzel is often said to mean “uncertain; often linked to Maya Ixchel”; the origin is uncertain, though it is usually linked to Native American roots.
Itzel is a name popular in Mexico and among Mexican-American families. It is generally considered to come from a Mayan language and is often linked to Ixchel, a Maya goddess associated with the moon, weaving and childbirth, but the exact origin and meaning are uncertain. Popular sources give meanings such as rainbow lady or dew of the evening, which are not well documented. The name has a crisp, distinctive sound and connects families with the indigenous heritage of Mesoamerica. It is short and easy to say in both Spanish and English.
Popularity over time
Itzel first appears in US Social Security records in 1977. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 33 different years, starting in 1993. Its best national rank was #328 in 2005, the same year it reached its highest count of 976 babies. In 2025, 850 babies were named Itzel, and it ranked #359 nationally. That is 30% more than ten years earlier, so it is clearly on the rise.
Its national rank moved from #594 in 2000, #413 in 2010, and #359 in 2025. Of the 21,316 US girls named Itzel since records began, 36% were born in the 2000s, its biggest decade. The 2010s come next, with 6,775 babies. Since 2010, 10,996 more have been named Itzel.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Yasmin, Kadence, Dayanara, Sherlyn, and Paola.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Itzel ranked highest in California, Texas, and Arizona.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| California | #127 | 241 |
| Texas | #184 | 181 |
| Arizona | #265 | 27 |
| Nevada | #308 | 9 |
| Oregon | #309 | 12 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Itzel is usually pronounced eet-SEHL, with two syllables. It has five letters, starts with I and ends in “-el”.
Middle names for Itzel
A few middle names that flow with Itzel: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Itzel
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Itzel mean?
Itzel is often said to mean “uncertain; often linked to Maya Ixchel”; the origin is uncertain, though it is usually linked to Native American roots.
What is the origin of the name Itzel?
Itzel has Native American roots. Itzel is a name popular in Mexico and among Mexican-American families.
Is Itzel a popular name?
Yes. Itzel ranked #359 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Itzel a boy or girl name?
Itzel is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Itzel?
Itzel is usually pronounced eet-SEHL. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings