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Citlally

seet-LAH-lee · Means 'star' in Nahuatl, the language of the Aztecs.

Peak popularity
2001
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Declining since 2000

Declining since 2000.

Popularity of Citlally since 1994

Babies named Citlally per year in U.S. Social Security records.

3672108200020102020Most births 2001Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1990s80
2000s399
2010s84
2020s10

Meaning & origin

Citlally is a modern spelling variant of the Nahuatl name Citlali, meaning 'star.' It first entered U.S. birth records in 1994, reflecting growing interest in Indigenous names among Mexican-American families. The name reached its peak popularity in 2001, but its trajectory has been falling since 2000. Although it has never cracked the top 1,000 nationally, its rarity gives it a distinctive appeal. The name carries a deep celestial meaning and connects bearers to the rich cultural heritage of the Nahuatl language.

Citlally is a modern variant of the Nahuatl name Citlali, meaning 'star.' Its use in the United States began in the 1990s, primarily within families of Mexican heritage. The name reflects a cultural revival of Indigenous Nahuatl language and traditions.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Citi, Laly, Citla

Variants: Citlali, Citlalin, Zitlali

Sibling names for Citlally

Names that share Citlally's style, for a brother or sister.

A parent animal hugging its little one, the personalized name page

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Citlally mean?
Citlally means 'star' in Nahuatl, the language of the Aztecs.
How popular is Citlally?
Citlally first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1994. It peaked in popularity in 2001 but has since declined. It has never ranked in the top 1,000 names.
Is Citlally a boy or girl name?
Citlally is almost exclusively used for girls.