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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Rainbow lady
- Origin
- Mayan
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- eesh-CHEL
Ixchel (eesh-CHEL) is a Mayan name meaning "rainbow lady." It has a soft, flowing sound with a bright, distinctive meaning, and it's a name most children will be the only one in their class to have.
Meaning & Origin of Ixchel
Meaning: Rainbow lady.
Origin: Mayan.
How to Pronounce Ixchel
eesh-CHELIPA /iːʃˈtʃɛl/
Popularity of Ixchel
Ixchel peaked at #2656 in 2007, when 69 babies were given the name. In 2024 it ranked #3232 with 49 babies, so it has eased back a little but still turns up every year.
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FAQ
What does the name Ixchel mean?
Rainbow lady.
How do you pronounce Ixchel?
Ixchel is pronounced eesh-CHEL (IPA: /iːʃˈtʃɛl/).
Is Ixchel a popular name right now?
Ixchel peaked at #2656 in 2007 and is ranked #3232 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1968–2024.)
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