"magical, sacred water"
Origin: Mayan
Language: Mayan
Itzae
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A Mayan name from the builders of Chichen Itza
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The Story of Itzae
Itzae is a Mayan name derived from itz, meaning enchanted or magic, and ae or ha, referring to water or rain. The Itza people were a dominant Maya group who founded the city of Chichen Itza, one of the great cities of ancient Mesoamerica. The name is deeply connected to Mayan cosmology where water and rain were sacred gifts from the gods.
Itzae has been growing in popularity among Mexican and Mexican-American families as part of a broader celebration and reclamation of indigenous naming traditions. Parents are increasingly drawn to Mayan and Nahuatl names as a way of honoring their pre-Columbian heritage.
The Itza Maya established Chichen Itza, meaning at the mouth of the well of the Itza, one of the great Mesoamerican cities and now a UNESCO World Heritage site. The name connects its bearer to this ancient and sophisticated civilization with deep roots in what is now Mexico.
Historical Record
Itzae first appeared in US Social Security records in 2011.
Over 890 babies have been named Itzae in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Itzae is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #2,138 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Itza Maya built Chichen Itza, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World
- Itz in Mayan means both enchanted and the sacred resin used in ritual ceremonies
- Itzae is part of a growing movement to reclaim indigenous Mesoamerican naming traditions
Itzae in Other Languages
Mayan
Itz'ae
Nahuatl
Itzae
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Popularity Over Time
#2,138
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Itzae
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Itza Maya
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Ancient Maya people who founded and built Chichen Itza, one of the greatest cities of pre-Columbian America
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The feathered serpent deity of the Itza Maya, worshipped at Chichen Itza, equivalent to the Aztec Quetzalcoatl
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #2,138
- Total SSA Count
- 69
- Cultural Origins
- Mexican Latin American Maya
- Pronunciation
- Hard
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
Common Nicknames
Itza
Zae
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Frequently Asked Questions About Itzae
What does the name Itzae mean?
"magical, sacred water" (from Mayan). Itzae is a Mayan name derived from itz, meaning enchanted or magic, and ae or ha, referring to water or rain. The Itza people were a dominant Maya group who founded the city of Chichen Itza, one of the great cities of ancient Mesoamerica. The name is deeply connected to Mayan cosmology where water and rain were sacred gifts from the gods.
What is the origin of the name Itzae?
Itzae has Mayan, Mexican, Latin American, and Maya origins. In Mayan, it means "magical, sacred water".
Is Itzae a boy or girl name?
Itzae is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2138. As a girl name, it is ranked #2813. Itzae is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Itzae?
Itzae is currently ranked #2138 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Itzae?
Common nicknames for Itzae include Itza and Zae.
What are good middle names for Itzae?
Popular middle name pairings include Itzae Angel, Itzae Emmanuel, Itzae Joseph, Itzae David, Itzae Aaron, and Itzae Miguel.
What are good sibling names for Itzae?
Names that pair well with Itzae as siblings include Itzael, Nahuatl, Citlali, Xochitl, Joaquin, and Diego.
How many syllables does Itzae have?
Itzae has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Itzae a common or rare name?
Itzae is an uncommon name, ranked #2138 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Itzae
Itzae is a boy name with Mexican, Latin American, and Maya origins . The name means "magical, sacred water" in Mayan .
Is Itzae a boy or girl name? Itzae is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,138 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #2,813. Itzae is more commonly used as a boy name.
Itzae is currently ranked #2,138 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Itzae has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Itzae include Itza and Zae. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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