Cuauhtemoc
Cuauhtemoc is a boy's name of Indigenous American origin.
Meaning
Descending eagle or eagle that swoops down.
Origin and history
Cuauhtemoc is a traditional Nahuatl name famously borne by the last Aztec emperor. It carries rich historical and cultural significance in Mexican history. In the United States, it is a distinctive choice used predominantly within Mexican-American communities.
Popularity in the United States
1,239 babies in the United States have been named Cuauhtemoc since 1880. It ranks #3459 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1824.
States where it is most popular
- CA (78.3 %)
- TX (21 %)
- IL (0.71 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 8 |
| 1960-1970 | 31 |
| 1970-1980 | 128 |
| 1980-1990 | 116 |
| 1990-2000 | 248 |
| 2000-2010 | 405 |
| 2010-2019 | 195 |
| 2020-2029 | 103 |
Famous people named Cuauhtemoc
- Cuauhtémoc Cárdenas: Politician, Civil Engineer
- Cuauhtémoc Blanco: Athlete, Politician
Fun facts
- Cuauhtemoc was the final Aztec ruler who led the defense of Tenochtitlan.
- In modern Mexican culture, the name is widely revered as a symbol of heroic resistance and indigenous heritage.