Citlali
Citlali is a girl's name of Indigenous American origin.
Meaning
Star.
Origin and history
Citlali is a name of Nahuatl origin derived from the word for star. It has been used primarily among Mexican and Mexican-American families as an embrace of indigenous heritage. In the United States, it has enjoyed steady usage as a distinct and meaningful choice.
Popularity in the United States
4,519 babies in the United States have been named Citlali since 1880. It ranks #2604 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1428.
States where it is most popular
- CA (51.9 %)
- TX (20.2 %)
- IL (9.3 %)
- AZ (3.8 %)
- NY (3.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 31 |
| 1990-2000 | 330 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,302 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,167 |
| 2020-2029 | 684 |
Famous people named Citlali
- Citlali Moscote: Athlete, Marathon Runner
Nicknames
Lali, Liti
Fun facts
- The name comes directly from the Nahuatl language, the language spoken by the Aztecs.
- In traditional Aztec culture, celestial bodies like stars were revered in astronomy and mythology.