NAME PROFILE
Cuauhtemoc
Cuauhtémoc is a Nahuatl name meaning 'Descending Sun' or 'Descending Sun Warrior.' It embodies strength, resilience, and a connection to the earth and sky. The name is associated with leadership and bravery, reflecting the character of Cuauhtémoc, the last Aztec emperor who fought against Spanish conquest.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,239 |
| Gender | Male (56% / 44%) |
| Peak year | 2002 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 1957 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 68%TX — 30%IL — 1%AK — 0%NE — 0%
Notable People
Cuauhtémoc Cárdenas (Mexican politician and leader of the Democratic Revolution Party) · Cuauhtémoc Blanco (Mexican former football player and politician) · Cuauhtémoc (Aztec emperor, known for his resistance against Spanish invaders)
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