Ethan Hawkins

By Ethan Hawkins
Naming Trends Analyst

Updated on September 05, 2024

Chimalma

US Popularity Rank: None

Origin: Aztec

Meaning: Shield-bearer

Giving your little one the name of a goddess is a surefire way to empower them. Chimalma, sometimes written as Chimalman or Chīmalmā, is a goddess in Aztec mythology whose name means "shield-bearer," a meaning that can remind your little one to look out for and protect those who need it. Although her origins differ from story to story, the goddess’s strength and fierceness are a constant. She's believed to be the mother of the Toltec god Quetzalcoatl, one of the most important gods in the Aztec pantheon. Baby Chimalma is sure to be a force to be reckoned with, with so much story and weight behind their name.