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Quetzally
Pronounced ket-SAH-lee /kɛtˈsɑː.li/Medium
Meaning: From the Nahuatl quetzalli, 'precious feather; the resplendent quetzal bird' — a symbol of beauty and preciousness in Aztec culture, which we note respectfully.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Quetzally draws on the Nahuatl quetzalli, 'precious feather,' tied to the brilliant quetzal bird prized in Aztec tradition. It reads as a vivid heritage name, rare in the U.S. (said 'ket-SAH-lee').
In the U.S. it appears rarely, mostly in Mexican families. Rare, vivid, and proud.
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What does the name Quetzally mean?
Quetzally comes from the Nahuatl quetzalli, 'precious feather,' tied to the resplendent quetzal bird.
How do you pronounce Quetzally?
It's said ket-SAH-lee /kɛtˈsɑː.li/ — three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Quetzally a boy or girl name?
Quetzally is used as a girl's name.
How popular is Quetzally?
Quetzally is a rare name in the U.S.