Itzae
2025 SSA
2025 SSA
About Itzae
Itzae is a feminine name with Mayan origins, connected to the ancient Itza Maya people who inhabited parts of what is now Guatemala and Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula. The name likely derives from 'Itz,' meaning 'magical' or 'enchanted,' and is associated with the sacred cenotes (natural water-filled sinkholes) that were central to Maya cosmology. Itzae carries connotations of mysticism, ancient wisdom, and connection to nature. Though rare globally, it has seen some usage among families celebrating indigenous Mesoamerican heritage or seeking names with deep historical roots. The name offers a distinctive sound pattern with its combination of consonants and vowels, making it both memorable and meaningful for those drawn to names with pre-Columbian American connections.
Itzae for boys#2621 US
Itzae is an ancient Mayan name showing signs of revival in our modern world.
Pronounced eet-ZAH-ay.
As of October 2026, Itzae ranked #3047 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2800 in 2024.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · girls | Births · girls | US rank · boys | Births · boys |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | #2,440 | 52 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | #2,442 | 52 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | #2,099 | 67 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | #2,466 | 52 |
| 2018 | #3,131 | 52 | #2,426 | 54 |
| 2019 | #4,818 | 28 | #2,114 | 68 |
| 2020 | #3,956 | 36 | #1,564 | 105 |
| 2021 | #3,961 | 37 | #1,937 | 78 |
| 2022 | #2,972 | 56 | #2,106 | 71 |
| 2023 | #3,443 | 46 | #1,902 | 83 |
| 2024 | #2,800 | 60 | #2,139 | 69 |
| 2025 | #3,047 | 54 | #2,621 | 50 |
World rankings
Itzae for girls
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