Xochitl
Xochitl is a girl name of Nahuatl origin meaning “Flower”, pronounced SO-cheel. It ranked #1101 in the United States in 2025, given to 218 babies, and peaked at #1101 in 2025. Common nicknames: Xochi, Chitl, Sochi.
How popular is Xochitl in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Xochitl mean, and where does it come from?
Xóchitl is the Nahuatl word for flower, and one of the twenty day signs of the Aztec calendar — the day Xochitl governed artists and craftsmen. The name is common in Mexico and among Mexican American families, and it is one of the very few pre-Columbian names in general use. The spelling is the obstacle abroad: the initial X is a sh sound, giving SO-cheel. American records hold it from 1955 and it reached its highest position in 2025, still short of the top thousand.
How is Xochitl used around the world?
Xochitl is used in 1 languages worldwide.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Xochitl?
Famous People Named Xochitl
- Xochitl Gomez — American actress
- Xochitl Torres Small — American politician and Deputy Secretary of Agriculture
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Xochitl mean?
Xochitl is a girl name of Nahuatl origin meaning "Flower." Xóchitl is the Nahuatl word for flower, and one of the twenty day signs of the Aztec calendar — the day Xochitl governed artists and craftsmen. The name is common in Mexico and among Mexican American families, and it is one of the very few pre-Columbian names in general use.
How do you pronounce Xochitl?
Xochitl is pronounced SO-cheel. Common variations include Xochilt, Suchil, Xochil.
Is Xochitl a girl name?
Yes, Xochitl is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Xochi, Chitl, Sochi.