Itzel
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Itzel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1989.
Over 115 babies have been named Itzel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Itzel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #10,770 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #10,770
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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Also a Girl Name
Itzel is also used as a girl name, ranked #376.
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Greek origin
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Celtic/Germanic blend origin
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About the Name Itzel
Itzel is a boy name .
Is Itzel a boy or girl name? Itzel is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #10,770 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #376. Itzel is more commonly used as a girl name.
Itzel is currently ranked #10,770 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Itzel include Itz, Ity, Itie, and Itzkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
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