Quetzally
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Quetzally is a girl’s name of Native American origin, meaning “A rare feminine name of Native American (Nahuatl) origin, related to 'quetzal', a brightly colored tropical bird, symbolizing beauty and divinity.”. It currently ranks #11871 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2013.
What Quetzally Means
“A rare feminine name of Native American (Nahuatl) origin, related to 'quetzal', a brightly colored tropical bird, symbolizing beauty and divinity.”
The Story of Quetzally
Imagine a name that shimmers with the exotic beauty of a tropical jewel.
Of Native American (Nahuatl) origin, Quetzally is a graceful feminine name linked to the quetzal, a brilliantly colored bird native to Central America. This association imbues the name with connotations of natural splendor and divine grace.
You envision a daughter who will be a vision of natural elegance and captivating charm. This name calls to mind a spirit as vibrant and captivating as the bird it honors, exuding a majestic and otherworldly allure.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#13 in 2013
Total Births
113
First Recorded
2003
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