Itzae

♂ Boy

Pronounced EET-zaeh /ˈit.zæɛ/Medium

Meaning: From Maya itz (sacred essence, magic, dew), linked to the Itza people; interpreted as enchanted/sacred water or one of sacred essence.Low

In 30 seconds: Itzae is a Yucatec Maya boy's name drawn from itz, a word for sacred essence, magic, or dew.

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Origin MediumMayan, Mexican

MeaningFrom Maya itz (sacred essence, magic, dew), linked to the Itza people; interpreted as enchanted/sacred water or one of sacred essence.

U.S. rank (2025)#2621 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births50 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2020

Total births (all-time)≈ 940

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

The name builds on the Maya element itz, which carries ideas of sacred essence, magic, and dew, and it is linked to the Itza people. From there it is interpreted as something like 'enchanted or sacred water' or 'one of sacred essence'. These readings are educated interpretations rather than settled fact, so the exact meaning is genuinely uncertain.

The name comes from Mexico and keeps a distinctly Maya sound, and because its sense is disputed, families often choose it more for its heritage and feel than for a single fixed meaning.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Itzae is 'origin uncertain', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.

Overall data confidence 62%

Behind the Name - Itzae — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Itzae mean?

Itzae is usually explained as meaning 'origin uncertain' and is most often linked with Mexican tradition.

How do you pronounce Itzae?

It's commonly said EET-zaeh /ˈit.zæɛ/.

Is Itzae a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Itzae is used as a boy name.

How popular is Itzae?

In 2024, Itzae ranked #2139 in the U.S. for boys, with 69 births recorded.