Yetzali is a modern Nahuatl-influenced (and Latina) name — often glossed 'rebirth' or 'blossom; eternal flower' (the precise origin and meaning vary and are layered, which we flag honestly). A lyrical, proud name across Mexican-heritage families (said 'yeh-TSAH-lee').

In the U.S. it appears in Mexican-heritage families. Rare, rebirth-or-blossom at the (glossed) root, and lyrical.

Did you know? Yetzali is a modern Nahuatl-influenced name, often glossed 'rebirth' or 'eternal flower; blossom' — a lyrical name honoring Mexican Indigenous heritage (the gloss varies, which we note).

Overall data confidence 45%

References — Yetzali — gloss varies

Variations

ItzaliYetzalliYetzel

Nicknames

Yetzi

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Yetzali mean?

Yetzali is a modern Nahuatl-influenced name, often glossed 'rebirth' or 'blossom'; the gloss varies, which we note.

How do you pronounce Yetzali?

It's said yeh-TSAH-lee /jɛˈtsɑ.li/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Yetzali a boy or girl name?

Yetzali is a girl's name.

How popular is Yetzali?

Yetzali is a rare name in the U.S.