Meaning: Fasting coyote
The story
Nezahualcóyotl is the historical Nahuatl name of a ruler of Texcoco. Its traditional interpretation links fasting with the coyote, rather than a generic meaning such as “wise king.”
Nicknames
- Neza
- Netza
Spellings & variants
- Netzahualcóyotl
Popularity
Rare gem
Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.
Style
Origins
Nezahualcóyotl comes from Nahuatl.
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