Thoughts on Itzel?

anvloveskme

I like Isla and was trying to think of other similar names - thought on Itzel or suggestions?  DD is Arden Liliana.  (I'm half Mexican, but baby will have a non-ethnic / white sounding last name)

ABColeslaw

you're going for a non ethnic name?  Itzel is Native American no?  FWIW, I love Isla!

guilletskichuk

I don't think Itzel is similar to Isla at all. Isla sounds soft whereas Itzel sounds a bit harsh.

Is there a reason why you wouldn't just use Isla?

Names that I like which are similar to Isla (in my opinion) are Ayla and Myla.

TofuMama7

I like Isla. I have no idea how to pronounce Itzel (It-zell?) I think she'd spend her whole life telling people how to pronounce it. Isla may run into that a little too, but there are definitely more people who would know how to say Isla.

groovygirl858

How do you pronounce Itzel? Like it is spelled?

anvloveskme

groovygirl858:

How do you pronounce Itzel? Like it is spelled?

 

Pronunciation:(ee TSEL)   [Guide]

saham07

Made me instantly say shitzel..........sorry!

ZoeMay06

I love the idea of using a name that represents your background, especially of her last name will not. I'm not sure about Itzel, but what about something like Xochitl? It's pronounced soSHEEL and it means flower. My friends DD has this name and goes by Xochi, prn SOshee. I'm on my phone or I'd search for some other ideas.

oliversmom03

Love Isla better than Itzel. 

CeCe8579

I think Itzel sounds ethnic and is a little harsh. I much prefer Isla! Suggestions: Iona, Ivy, Ida, Ingrid, Ila?

Emerald27

Sounds a bit like pretzel

frasey

sounds kinda harsh for a girl. why not Isla?

bmoscowitz

I think Pretzel would have a very tough childhood, getting teased.

hurricane1212

It immediately made me say "Weiner Schnitzel."

JLGY

Sorry, Itzel is really bad. (My first thought was also schnitzel) Isla is nice.

[Deleted User]

I like the idea of using a name to honor your roots, but not a big fan of Itzel. It seems like the ethnic name would be better suited in the MN spot like big sister if you're worried about it clashing with DD's name or your last name.

Here are some names I love, that you might like too: Ximena, Luciana, Daniela, and Valeria.