Aztec Baby Names With Meanings

The Aztecs, also known as the Mexica, were a Nahuatl-speaking people who ruled a large empire in what is now central and southern Mexico. The name “Aztec” was first coined by an outsider, and the Aztecs called themselves the Mexica or Culhua-Mexica . The name “Mexica” was derived from the word “Metzliapán” which means “Moon Lake,” the mystical name for Lake Texcoco.

The Aztecs used a complex system of naming their children. The name given to a child was based on the day and time of their birth, as well as the circumstances surrounding their birth. The Aztecs believed that the name given to a child would influence their personality and destiny

This collection has all Aztec Baby Names - traditional, modern, religious, trendy, popular, cute, short and sweet and easy to pronounce Aztec baby names to help you make the right choice!

You can view all Aztec baby names alphabetically with their meanings and filter them through various options. Click on any baby name for more details and meanings.