Piktun as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Piktun

What is the meaning of the name Piktun ?

The baby name Piktun is a unisex name 2 syllables long and is pronounced PIK-tun.

Piktun is Mayan, Unique in Origin.

Piktun is a rarely used name that has its origin in the Mayan language. The name is believed to mean "he who is born at the end of time" or "he who is born in the dark of the night". The name is composed of two words; "pik" which means "end" or "night" and "tun" which means "stone" or "time". Piktun is a unique name that has a deep historical and cultural significance.

The origin of the name Piktun can be traced back to the ancient Mayan civilization that flourished in the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico and parts of Central America. The Mayans were known for their advanced understanding of astronomy and mathematics, and their sophisticated calendar system. The Piktun is a unit of time in the Mayan Long Count calendar, which is made up of cycles of 20 katuns (a katun is 20 years). The Piktun represents a period of 20 baktuns, which is equivalent to 7,200,000 days or approximately 20,000 years. The end of the 13th baktun cycle in December 2012 was a significant event in the Mayan calendar that many believed marked the end of an era and the beginning of a new age.

The name Piktun is gender-neutral and can be used for both boys and girls. The pronunciation of Piktun is "PEEK-toon". Although the name is not commonly used, it has gained some popularity in recent years due to its unique meaning and historical significance. Piktun is a name that can inspire a sense of mystery and wonder, and can be a great choice for parents who are looking for a name that is both meaningful and distinctive.