Meztili - Unique Boy Names

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Meztili

/meʃˈti.li/

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Meaning

The name refers to 'the left-handed one' or 'he who is on the left'.

Symbolizes duality, balance, and spiritual opposition—often associated with the west, darkness, and the nocturnal realm in Aztec cosmology.

Symbolism

Embodies mystery, introspection, and the unseen forces of life; linked to lunar deities and the concept of complementary opposites in nature and spirit.

Etymology: Derived from Nahuatl *miztli*, meaning 'left' or 'on the left', combined with the suffix *-ili* indicating possession or identity. Historically tied to Tezcatlipoca, the god often depicted as the 'Smoking Mirror' and associated with the night, sorcery, and destiny.

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Cultural Background

Rooted in Nahuatl, the language of the Aztecs, Meztili is a name from Mesoamerican heritage. It refl

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