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Xitllali

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Pronounced see-TLAH-lee /siˈtlɑː.li/Medium

Meaning: A modern respelling of Citlali (also Citlalli), from Nahuatl citlalin, 'star' — a name of the Nahua peoples of Mexico. We note with respect that this is a living Indigenous name, and that the Xitllali spelling is a recent variant rather than the traditional one.Low

In 30 seconds: A star from the Nahuatl language: Xitllali respells Citlali, 'star' (said 'see-TLAH-lee').
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Origin MediumNahuatl, Mexican
MeaningA modern respelling of Citlali (also Citlalli), from Nahuatl citlalin, 'star' — a name of the Nahua peoples of Mexico. We note with respect that this is a living Indigenous name, and that the Xitllali spelling is a recent variant rather than the traditional one.
U.S. rank (2024)#13362 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2008
Total births (all-time)≈ 67

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201120022024

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

Xitllali respells Citlali, from Nahuatl citlalin, 'star'. Citlali is a living name among Nahua and Mexican families, part of a proud revival of Indigenous names; the Xitllali spelling is a recent variant, which we note with respect. The name keeps its meaning either way (said 'see-TLAH-lee').

It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S., far behind the standard Citlali. Rare, Indigenous-rooted, and luminous.

Did you know? Citlalin is the Nahuatl word for a star — the language of the Nahua peoples of Mexico, still spoken today. Xitllali is a modern respelling of that name, which we note (said 'see-TLAH-lee').
Overall data confidence 48%
References — Xitllali — Nahuatl citlalin 'star'; respelling of Citlali/Citlalli

Variations

CitlaliCitlalliXitlali

Nicknames

CitlaLali

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Xitllali mean?

Xitllali is a respelling of Citlali, from Nahuatl citlalin, 'star'.

How do you pronounce Xitllali?

It's said see-TLAH-lee /siˈtlɑː.li/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Xitllali a boy or girl name?

Xitllali is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Xitllali?

Xitllali is a rare name for girls in the U.S., far behind the standard Citlali.

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