Aztlan: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ahztl-ahn
Origin: Mexico
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: Of Nahuatl origin, referring to the mythical ancestral home of the Aztecs.

Aztlan is a name rooted in Aztec mythology and history. It refers to the mythical homeland of the Aztecs, symbolizing their origin and journey. The name carries deep cultural significance, evoking feelings of pride, belonging, and cultural resilience. It is often associated with concepts of freedom, self-determination, and cultural resilience. The use of Aztlan has evolved over time, from its historical significance in Aztec mythology to its adoption by the Chicano Movement in the 1960s and 70s as a symbol of unity and resistance. Today, it remains a powerful symbol of indigenous identity and heritage.

Aztlan Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Aztlan is currently #21873 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Aztlan is currently #21872 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Aztlan is currently #10653 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Aztlan is currently #4620 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Aztlan is currently #11050 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Aztlan is currently #4766 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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