Citlali
Meaning
star (Nahuatl citlalli); a heritage name growing among families honoring Indigenous Mexican roots
Say it: see-TLAH-lee
Popularity, 1890–2024
Shape drawn from US Social Security baby-name records. Citlali peaked in the 2000s and the 2020s in nearly equal measure.
When you meet Citlali
Most people given the name Citlali in the United States are teenagers or young adults today.
Estimated from US Social Security birth registrations and typical lifespans; a rough guide, not a rule.
The Citlali deep dive
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