Citlalli Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Citlalli is a Nahuatl name meaning 'star'. Its linguistic roots trace back to the Nahuatl language, historically significant in Mesoamerican civilizations. The name reflects traits of beauty and connection to the cosmos, with no direct biblical relevance. Citlalli has gained popularity in modern times, especially among those valuing Indigenous heritage.
The name Citlalli is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Citlalli has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Citlalli' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12462nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1713th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3998th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Citlalli' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Citlalli"
Pronunciation
/siːtˈlɑːli/
Origin
Nahuatl
Etymology
The name Citlalli comes from the Nahuatl word for 'star'. In Nahuatl, 'citlalli' specifically means 'star', reflecting the importance of celestial bodies in Mesoamerican cultures.
Meaning
star
Language Evolution
Nahuatl
Historical Usage
Citlalli has been used in Mexican and Mesoamerican cultures for centuries and has seen a resurgence in popularity among those interested in Indigenous names and heritage in modern times.
Variants & Derivatives
Citlali, Citlallin
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Citlalli is often perceived as a beautiful and meaningful name that connects individuals to their Indigenous roots and cultural heritage.
Famous People
Citlalli Hernández, an emerging artist known for her contributions to contemporary art.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Citlalli"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Citlalli"
"Citlalli" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12462nd of 27321 | 62 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1713th of 35406 | 1,871 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3998th of 30306 | 447 |
Regional Popularity of "Citlalli" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Citlalli" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
65.68% 4149th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
35.66% 1634th/4582 |
44.40% 2293rd/5164 |
27.83% 2035th/7313 |
12.94% 966th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
59.10% 4032nd/6822 |
32.71% 2053rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Citlalli"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Citlalli" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.