Itzel is a moderately popular girls' name in United States, ranking #376 in 2024 with 825 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2005 with 976 births ranking #328. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 168.7%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 1,955 girls born was named Itzel. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
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.