Large tail feather
Derived from the Nahuatl word 'quetzalli', referring to the long, iridescent green tail feathers of the resplendent quetzal bird. In Aztec and Mayan cultures, these feathers were highly prized and symbolized wealth, status, and the divine.
Less common today
Quetzal isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #9,388 in 2023.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
The 'Feathered Serpent' deity of ancient Mesoamerican culture
A large, wise dragon who mentors the children Β· Dragon Tales