Citlalli
Citlalli is a girl's name of Indigenous American origin.
Meaning
Star.
Origin and history
Citlalli is an Indigenous American name derived from the Nahuatl word for star. It has been used predominantly as a feminine given name in Mexico and among Mexican-American communities. In the United States, it has enjoyed steady niche usage over recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
2,406 babies in the United States have been named Citlalli since 1880. It ranks #3598 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1953.
States where it is most popular
- CA (55.7 %)
- TX (16.6 %)
- IL (11.8 %)
- NY (4.6 %)
- AZ (2.6 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 9 |
| 1990-2000 | 362 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,390 |
| 2010-2019 | 497 |
| 2020-2029 | 148 |
Famous people named Citlalli
- Citlalli Hernández: politician, activist
Fun facts
- In classical Nahuatl, the word 'citlali' directly translates to 'star'.
- The name gained broader popularity in Mexico and the American Southwest during the late 20th century as part of an indigenous naming renaissance.