Sophia Rodriguez

By Sophia Rodriguez
Cultural Naming Expert

Updated on September 02, 2024

Camaxtli

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Origin: Aztec

Meaning: Aztec god of the hunt

Camaxtli is a boy’s name of Aztec origin and an epithet for Mixcoatl, the god of the hunt. Mixcoatl is worshipped as a central deity of Huejotzingo and Tlaxcala under this lyrical title. Also the god of war, the Milky Way, the heavens, and the stars in some Mesoamerican cultures, Camaxtli lends baby a warrior spirit with a celestial chime. Whether you appreciate its connection to living off the land or its cosmic majesty, Camaxtli is an admirable choice.