Holding steady, #7,133 for girls today.
Popularity of Itza since 1978
Babies named Itza per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 69 |
| 2000s | 141 |
| 2010s | 105 |
| 2020s | 82 |
Meaning & origin
Itza is an exceedingly rare name in the United States, first recorded in 1978 and reaching a peak rank of 7,133 in 2025. With roughly 1 in every 107,151 babies receiving the name, its usage has remained stable over the past two decades. The name's strongest association is with California, which accounted for the highest number of occurrences. Its etymology is ambiguous: it may be a modern respelling of the Mayan name Itzel or a direct borrowing from the ancient Maya city Chichén Itzá. Given its rarity and unclear derivation, Itza remains an unconventional choice, primarily used for girls in the 21st century.
Itza is a rare modern given name, likely influenced by the Maya archaeological site Chichén Itzá. It may also be a variant of Itzel, a Mayan name meaning 'rainbow lady.' As a modern coinage, it entered U.S. records in 1978 and has seen sporadic use since the 2000s.
Where Itza is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Itzel
Sibling names for Itza
Names that share Itza's style, for a brother or sister.
