Xochiquetzal
Meaning of Xochiquetzal
Xochiquetzal is a beautiful and unique name for baby girls that has its roots in Nahuatl, an indigenous language spoken in Mexico. Its pronunciation is soh-chee-KEH-tsahl (/soʃi.ketˈsal/) in Nahuatl. The name Xochiquetzal is associated with natural beauty, flowers, and fertility. In Aztec mythology, Xochiquetzal was the goddess of love, beauty, and female power. She was revered as the patroness of artists and weavers. This name carries a deep cultural significance and can be a wonderful choice for parents who want to honor their heritage or simply appreciate the rich history behind this name. Although not extremely popular in the United States, Xochiquetzal has been given to at least five baby girls born in recent years according to available data. An alternative spelling of this name is Xochitl, which may be more familiar but still retains its original meaning and beauty.
Pronunciation
Nahuatl
- Pronunced as soh-chee-KEH-tsahl (/soʃi.ketˈsal/)
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Notable People Named Xochiquetzal
| Xochiquetzal Candelaria is an American poet from San Juan Bautista, California, whose work has been featured in The New England Review and The Nation, and has received numerous fellowships from the National Endowment for the Arts and other organizations. |
