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Yetzali

yet-SAH-lee · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern coined name.

2025 rank (girls)
#3,167
Babies named in 2025
50
Peak popularity
2025
2025 frequency
1 in 32,145 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2009

Rising since 2009, #3,167 for girls today.

Popularity of Yetzali since 2009

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

17335020102020Most births 2025Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s10
2010s234
2020s217

Meaning & origin

Yetzali is a modern name that entered U.S. birth records in 2009. Since then, it has shown a steady trajectory of rising use, reaching its peak rank of 3167 in 2025, when it was given to about 1 in every 32145 newborns. Its growth is concentrated in states like California and Texas. Yetzali's origin is not rooted in any traditional language; it appears to be a contemporary coinage, possibly influenced by the fashionable 'Y' initial and the '-li' ending seen in other modern invented names. Despite its recent emergence, the name has found a consistent niche among families seeking a distinctive, melodious option.

Yetzali first appeared in U.S. records in 2009. It may be a creative respelling or elaboration of names like Yatziri or Yaretzi, or a combination of syllables common in modern invented names. No traditional etymology or historical usage has been established.

Where Yetzali is most popular

Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Yetzi, Zali

Sibling names for Yetzali

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Yetzali mean?
The meaning of Yetzali is not clearly established; it is a modern name that likely originated as a phonetic invention without a specific meaning.
How popular is the name Yetzali?
In 2025, Yetzali ranked 3167, with approximately 1 in every 32145 newborns receiving the name. It has been rising since it first appeared in 2009, reaching its peak rank in 2025.
Is Yetzali a boy or girl name?
Yetzali is used predominantly for girls.