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Itzel is a feminine name used in Mayan. Behind the Name describes it this way: "Meaning uncertain, possibly from Classic Maya itz meaning ‘resin, nectar, dew, liquid, enchanted’. Otherwise, it might be a variant of Ixchel." It ranked #359 for girls in the United States in 2025.
Meaning and etymology
According to Behind the Name, meaning uncertain, possibly from Classic Maya itz meaning ‘resin, nectar, dew, liquid, enchanted’. Otherwise, it might be a variant of Ixchel. The entry lists its usage as Mayan.
Editorial confidence: uncertain
Popularity
Itzel ranked #359 for girls in the United States in 2025. The figure comes from the Social Security Administration's national file for that year.
| Region | Year | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | #359 | ssa-2025 |
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Itzel mean?
Itzel means "resin, nectar, dew, liquid, enchanted", according to Behind the Name.
Is Itzel a popular name?
Itzel ranked #359 for girls in the United States in 2025. (Social Security Administration data).
Is Itzel a boy's or a girl's name?
In the 2025 SSA data Itzel appears in the girls' list; Behind the Name labels it feminine.
Sources
- Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Itzel — supports meaning, usage, pronunciation, variants.
- U.S. Social Security Administration: Popular Baby Names — national data, year of birth 2025 — supports popularity.
