Holding steady.
Popularity of Xochil since 1972
Babies named Xochil per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 70 |
| 1980s | 91 |
| 1990s | 182 |
| 2000s | 210 |
| 2010s | 54 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Xochil is a Nahuatl name meaning 'flower', a short form or variant of Xochitl. The name first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1972 and has remained a rare but steady choice. Its peak usage occurred in 2008, though it has never ranked in the top 1,000. As of 2025, the name remains stable in its infrequent usage. Xochil is particularly appreciated in Mexican-American communities for its cultural resonance and melodic sound.
Xochil is a variant or shortened form of Xochitl, the Nahuatl word for 'flower'. The name comes from the Aztec language and culture of central Mexico. Xochitl has been used as a given name in Mexico and among Mexican-American communities, with Xochil emerging as a more accessible spelling variant.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Xoch, Cheli, Soshi
Sibling names for Xochil
Names that share Xochil's style, for a brother or sister.
