Cuahutemoc
kwah-oo-TEH-mok
Cuahutemoc is a boy’s name of Native American origin, meaning “Nahuatl (Aztec) name meaning 'descending eagle' or 'setting sun'. He was the last Aztec emperor.”, and peaked in popularity in 2001.
What Cuahutemoc Means
“Nahuatl (Aztec) name meaning 'descending eagle' or 'setting sun'. He was the last Aztec emperor.”
The Story of Cuahutemoc
He carried his empire with courage, and his name echoes with the spirit of a descending eagle.
Cuahutemoc is a Nahuatl (Aztec) name meaning 'descending eagle' or 'setting sun.' It is most famously associated with the last Aztec emperor, Cuauhtémoc, who stood as a courageous leader until the very end.
You envision a son with the fortitude and noble spirit of a great leader. This name speaks to a resilient nature, a strong will, and the capacity to guide with unwavering bravery.
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Numerology
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Famous Namesakes
Cuauhtémoc
Last Aztec emperor of Tenochtitlan.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#12 in 2001
Total Births
146
First Recorded
1975
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