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GirlPronounced Mayan /iʃ.ˈt͡ʃel/

Ixchel

A name meaning "rainbow lady".

Quick answer

Ixchel is a girl name meaning "rainbow lady".

Pronunciation: Mayan /iʃ.ˈt͡ʃel/.

GenderGirl
Meaningrainbow lady
PronunciationMayan /iʃ.ˈt͡ʃel/

Meaning and history

Possibly means "rainbow lady", from Classic Maya ix "lady" and chel "rainbow". Ixchel was a Maya goddess associated with the earth, jaguars, medicine and childbirth. She was often depicted with a snake in her hair and crossbones embroidered on her skirt.

Notes and context

Usage: mayan mythology, mayan