Tenoch is a gender-neutral name of Aztec origin, meaning "Fruit." This name is associated with a prominent ruler of the Mexicas (Aztecas) during the fourteenth century. Tenoch was elected to power by the council of elders and played a crucial role in the Aztec travels from Aztlán to Tenochtitlan. The name "Tenoch" is reflected in the Mexican flag through Nahuatl symbols, with "Tetl" representing "rock" and "Nochtli" representing "prickly pear cactus." Tenoch's legacy is deeply intertwined with the founding of Tenochtitlan, which later became the capital of the Aztec Empire. There are differing viewpoints on whether Tenoch was a mythical figure or a real leader who was later mythologized. This name carries a rich historical and cultural significance within the Aztec heritage.