Tonatiuh Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtoh-nah-TEE-oo / to.nɑˈti.ʊNahuatl
Meaning
God of the Sun
Historical & Cultural Background
Tonatiuh is derived from Nahuatl, the language of the Aztecs, where it represents the sun god central to their cosmology. In Aztec mythology, Tonatiuh was associated with the sun's movement and was revered as a deity who demanded human sacrifice to ensure the sun's rise. The name reflects the cultural significance of the sun in Mesoamerican civilizations.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Tonatiuh
- Tonatiuhh
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tonatiuh was first seen in the United States in 1993. Tonatiuh has ranked as high as #1324 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Tonatiuh has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tonatiuh (2018)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 11 |