Xochitl
Xochitl is a girl's name of Indigenous American origin.
Meaning
Flower.
Origin and history
Xochitl is a classical Nahuatl name widely used in Mexico and among Mexican-American families in the United States. Derived from the word for flower, it carries a deep cultural heritage tied to Mesoamerican history. In recent years, it has gained broader visibility in U.S. popular culture and politics.
Popularity in the United States
6,116 babies in the United States have been named Xochitl since 1880. It ranks #2184 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1147.
States where it is most popular
- CA (59.5 %)
- TX (22.5 %)
- IL (7.7 %)
- AZ (4.2 %)
- NY (0.99 %)
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 | 14 |
| 1960-1970 | 104 |
| 1970-1980 | 531 |
| 1980-1990 | 499 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,042 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,659 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,164 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,103 |
Famous people named Xochitl
- Xochitl Gomez: Actress
- Xochitl Torres Small: Politician, Attorney
Nicknames
Xochi
Fun facts
- In the Aztec calendar system, Xochitl is the twentieth and final day sign, associated with beauty and the arts.
- The name gained widespread global attention through young Mexican-American actress Xochitl Gomez, who joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe as America Chavez.