Nayelli Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nayelli is a name of Nahuatl origin meaning 'root' or 'essence of the earth'. It has evolved from the Nahuatl language and is recognized for its cultural significance. The name reflects a connection to nature and identity. It does not have biblical relevance and has grown in popularity among Hispanic communities in recent years.
The name Nayelli is most popular in Texas, 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, Nayelli 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, 'Nayelli' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9683rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2937th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3861st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Nayelli' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nayelli"
Pronunciation
/naɪˈɛli/
Origin
Nahuatl
Etymology
The name Nayelli comes from the Nahuatl language, which is spoken by the Nahua people in Mexico. It is derived from the word 'nēyelli', meaning 'root' or 'the essence of the earth'.
Meaning
root, essence of the earth
Language Evolution
Nahuatl
Historical Usage
Nayelli has gained popularity in recent years, particularly within Mexican and Hispanic communities, as a name that reflects cultural heritage and connection to nature.
Variants & Derivatives
Nayeli, Nayely
Modern Popularity & Image
Nayelli is perceived positively, often associated with strength, nature, and cultural pride. It is increasingly embraced in modern naming trends.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nayelli"
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 "Nayelli"
"Nayelli" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9683rd of 27321 | 101 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2937th of 35406 | 870 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3861st of 30306 | 470 |
Regional Popularity of "Nayelli" 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 "Nayelli" 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) |
- | - |
80.90% 4202nd/5194 |
53.11% 3355th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
77.13% 3534th/4582 |
78.20% 4038th/5164 |
32.83% 2401st/7313 |
24.86% 1855th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
42.17% 2877th/6822 |
42.65% 2677th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Nayelli"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nayelli" 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.