Citlaly
Citlaly is a girl's name of Indigenous American origin.
Meaning
Star.
Origin and history
Citlaly is a feminine name derived from the Nahuatl word for star. It gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly within Mexican American communities. The name offers a distinct astronomical meaning with deep Mesoamerican roots.
Popularity in the United States
2,854 babies in the United States have been named Citlaly since 1880. It ranks #3317 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1912.
States where it is most popular
- CA (49.4 %)
- TX (24.9 %)
- IL (8.1 %)
- AZ (4.7 %)
- NC (2.4 %)
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 | 7 |
| 1990-2000 | 235 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,741 |
| 2010-2019 | 682 |
| 2020-2029 | 189 |
Nicknames
Laly, Citla
Fun facts
- The name comes directly from the Nahuatl word 'citlali', which means star in the language of the Aztecs.
- In Mexico and the United States, it is frequently spelled as Citlali, Citlallid, or Citlally.