Itzae
Meaning of Itzae
Itzae, pronounced eet-SAH-eh, comes from the Yucatec Maya of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula and is commonly interpreted as “gift of God,” an echo of the ancient Itza’ people whose name signified wisdom and water in Maya lore. Used for boys and girls alike, the name links contemporary parents to a vibrant Maya heritage that also inspired kindred names such as Itzel and Ixchel. In the United States, Itzae has maintained a low-key but steady presence: annual births have ranged from 52 to 105 over the past dozen years, keeping the name in the mid-800s on the national chart and signaling a niche appeal among families seeking a culturally resonant alternative to more familiar Spanish-language choices. The pronunciation’s crisp glottal stop and open vowels preserve its indigenous character, while the meaning offers a positive, almost celebratory message that travels well across languages and borders.
Pronunciation
Mayan (Yucatec)
- Pronunced as eet-SAH-eh (/iːt͡saʔeː/)
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