Rising since 2009, #4,539 for boys today.
Popularity of Necalli since 2008
Babies named Necalli per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 7 |
| 2010s | 54 |
| 2020s | 75 |
Meaning & origin
Necalli is a name of Nahuatl origin that has seen a gradual rise in the United States since it first appeared in official records in 2008. It reached its highest rank yet at #4539 in 2025, with approximately 1 in 77,640 newborns receiving the name that year. The name is most popular in California, reflecting the state's large Mexican-American population and interest in indigenous heritage. Its trajectory has been consistently upward from 2009 onward, indicating steady, if modest, growth in usage. Parents drawn to Necalli often appreciate its strong meaning and connection to Aztec culture, as well as its distinctive sound that stands out against more common English names.
Necalli is a name of Nahuatl origin, the language of the Aztecs, meaning 'warrior' or 'fighter.' It has gained modest use in the United States since the late 2000s, reflecting an interest in indigenous names and sounds distinct from European traditions. The name is unisex but more commonly given to boys.
Where Necalli is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nec, Cali, Nicky
Sibling names for Necalli
Names that share Necalli's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Xochitl, Citlali, Itzel, Mixtli, Tonantzin
Brothers: Cuauhtemoc, Itzcoatl, Moctezuma, Tenoch, Xochipilli
