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Quetzal β€” Baby Name Meaning and Origin

Quetzal is a beautiful and exotic name that originates from the indigenous peoples of Mesoamerica, particularly from Mayan culture.

Quetzal

Letter: Q
Unisex

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Meaning of Quetzal:

Quetzal is a beautiful and exotic name that originates from the indigenous peoples of Mesoamerica, particularly from Mayan culture. It is a unisex name and symbolizes the magnificent Quetzal bird, which is known for its vibrant and colorful feathers. Choosing the name Quetzal for your child represents their uniqueness, beauty, and freedom of spirit.

  • Gender: Unisex
  • Origin: Mayan, Nahuatl, Aztec
  • US popularity: In 2022, 5 newborns in the United States were named Quetzal (Social Security Administration data). Recorded peak: 2006 with 13 babies.

Origin:

Mayan , Nahuatl , Aztec

More names starting with Q:

Qaabeel , Qaabilah , Qaadir , Qaaid , Qaaim , Qaanay , Qaaniah , Qaari , Qaaria , Qaasim , Qaazi , Qab

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Frequently asked questions about Quetzal

What does the name Quetzal mean?

Quetzal is a beautiful and exotic name that originates from the indigenous peoples of Mesoamerica, particularly from Mayan culture. It is a unisex name and symbolizes the magnificent Quetzal bird, which is known for its vibrant and colorful feathers.

What is the origin of the name Quetzal?

Quetzal is a unisex name of Mayan, Nahuatl, Aztec origin.

Is Quetzal a boy or girl name?

Quetzal is commonly used as a unisex name.

How popular is the name Quetzal?

In 2022, 5 newborns in the United States were named Quetzal, according to Social Security Administration data. Its recorded peak was 2006, with 13 babies given the name.

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