Declining since 2013, #670 for girls today.
Popularity of Yaretzi since 1998
Babies named Yaretzi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 2,028 |
| 2010s | 8,472 |
| 2020s | 3,103 |
Meaning & origin
Yaretzi first appeared on U.S. birth certificates in 1998 and quickly gained favor among parents seeking a distinctive name with indigenous Mexican roots. The name's popularity surged, reaching its peak in 2012, when it ranked at its highest. Since then, it has followed a falling trajectory, with its rank dropping to 670 in the latest data. Despite this decline, Yaretzi remains a beloved choice, particularly in states with significant Hispanic communities. The top states for the name in the 2010s were Nevada, California, and Arizona, reflecting its strong regional appeal. Its meaning, "you will always be loved," underscores the heartfelt sentiment behind the name, making it a meaningful choice for families who value cultural heritage and a positive message.
Yaretzi is a modern name derived from the Nahuatl phrase "ye retzi" or "yaretzi," meaning "you will always be loved." It emerged in the United States in the late 1990s, likely from parents seeking a name with indigenous Mexican roots and a melodic sound. The name gained popularity quickly, especially in states with large Hispanic populations, and has been used primarily for girls since its first recorded appearance in 1998.
Where Yaretzi is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Yari, Yetzi, Yaya
Variants: Yaretsi, Yarezi
Sibling names for Yaretzi
Names that share Yaretzi's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Ximena, Liliana, Amaya, Itzel, Aaliyah, Itzayana, Arizbeth, Xitlaly, Xochilt, Yanet, Arelis, Arelys, Citlally, Jatziry, Quetzalli, Yanelly, Yatziry, Yocelin, Zuleyma, Zyanya, Ahtziry, Athziry, Briceida, Brizeida, Iveth, Jaretzi, Xochitl, Yatzari, Yuritzy, Ithzel, Itzamar, Monzerrath, Sitlali, Xitlalic, Xochilth, Yahritza, Yalissa, Yarimar, Yaxeni, Yizel, Yomira, Yuridiana, Zitlali
Brothers: Mateo, Alejandro, Emiliano, Sebastian, Diego, Cuauhtemoc, Ociel, Tonatiuh, Yovany, Yeremy
Names like Yaretzi
Names whose popularity has moved with Yaretzi's over the last 50 years.
