Quetzaly Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationket-SAH-lee / /kɛtˈsɑːli/Nahuatl; Spanish
Meaning
precious feather (Nahuatl); derived from Quetzal (Spanish)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Nahuatl, 'Quetzal' refers to the resplendent quetzal bird, which is a symbol of beauty and freedom in Mesoamerican cultures. The name is often associated with Quetzalcoatl, a prominent deity in Aztec mythology. In Spanish, the name reflects the influence of indigenous cultures and the blending of languages following the Spanish colonization of the Americas.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Quetzalli
- Quetzal
International Variants
- Quetzal (Spanish)
Famous people named Quetzaly
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Fictional characters named Quetzaly
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Quetzaly was first seen in the United States in 2001. Quetzaly has ranked as high as #1304 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, Arizona, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Quetzaly has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Quetzaly (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 15 | |
| IL | 7 | |
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 21 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 24 |
| 2015 | 26 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2017 | 30 |
| 2018 | 34 |
| 2019 | 33 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 28 |
| 2022 | 33 |
| 2023 | 72 |
| 2024 | 51 |