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The Maya civilization originated in what is now Guatemala, and that ancestry still shapes daily life for millions of people. Around half the population identifies as Indigenous Maya and speaks one of 22 recognized Maya languages alongside Spanish. In the United States, large Guatemalan communities have settled in Los Angeles, Houston, and the New York metro area, carrying Guatemalan food, Guatemalan traditions, and textile arts across borders.
Community at a Glance
Fast facts about the Guatemalan community in the United States
Diaspora
Concentrated in Los Angeles, Houston, New York, and Chicago
Spanish
plus 22 recognized Maya languages, including K'iche' and Mam
Semana Santa
Día de los Muertos, Independence Day (September 15)
Roman Catholicism
Maya spirituality, and syncretic blends of both
Growing Evangelical Protestant communities
especially in highland regions
Ancient Maya civilization
with major centers at Tikal and Quiriguá
Key Definitions
Quick guide to terms you'll hear in the Guatemalan community
What is Semana Santa in Guatemala?
Guatemala's Holy Week features elaborate alfombras, carpets of colored sawdust and flowers laid on streets for processions in Antigua Guatemala.
What are the 22 Maya languages spoken in Guatemala?
These are distinct Indigenous languages, including K'iche', Kaqchikel, Mam, and Q'eqchi', recognized officially alongside Spanish since the 1996 peace accords.
What is a huipil?
A hand-woven blouse worn by Maya women, with each village's pattern, color, and iconography identifying the wearer's specific community of origin.
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