Quetzalcoatl
Quetzalcoatl Meaning & Origin
About Quetzalcoatl
The name "Quetzalcoatl" originates from the ancient Aztec civilization and holds significant cultural and mythological symbolism. It is a combination of two Nahuatl words, "quetzal" meaning "feathered serpent" and "coatl" meaning "snake." Quetzalcoatl represents a deity associated with creation, knowledge, and wisdom, often depicted as a feathered serpent. Revered as a benevolent god, Quetzalcoatl played a crucial role in Aztec mythology and was considered a bringer of civilization and a protector of humanity. The name embodies the fusion of the majestic quetzal bird and the powerful serpent, symbolizing the harmonious balance between earth and sky, wisdom and power.
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Most individuals with the name Quetzalcoatl are male.
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How to write the name Quetzalcoatl in Braille
Here's how to represent Quetzalcoatl in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.
How to Spell the Name Quetzalcoatl in American Sign Language (ASL)
The image below shows how you can spell Quetzalcoatl using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
