Itzel is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #11408 in 2022 with 6 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2003 with 9 births ranking #7488. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 25.0%. In 2022, approximately 1 in every 290,729 boys born was named Itzel. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Itzel is a well-used name with Mayan roots, but the exact meaning is not as settled as many baby-name sites suggest. Behind the Name treats the meaning as uncertain and points either to Classic Maya itz or to a possible relationship with Ixchel.
This is a good example of a name where the cultural background is secure but neat one-line modern glosses are not. Tightening the wording makes the entry more trustworthy without making it less useful.