There are seven locations in Mexico with a name that begins with the letter A. You can find them listed in the following table as well as some general information about each of them below.
There is no standardized cutoff point to differentiate between a city and a town, but generally, locations are considered cities when they have a population greater than 50,000 people. Towns have fewer than that.
| City/Town | State | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Acapulco | Guerrero | 688,000 |
| Acámbaro | Guanajuato | 110,000 |
| Aguascalientes | Aguascalientes | 877,000 |
| Ahome | Sinaloa | 416,000 |
| Apatzingán | Michoacán | 123,000 |
| Apodaca | Nuevo León | 597,000 |
| Atizapán de Zaragoza | México | 523,000 |
Acapulco
Acapulco de Juárez, commonly known as Acapulco, is a city on the Pacific coast of Guerrero state. The name comes from Nahuatl, meaning “place of reeds.” Once a popular resort city, Acapulco is famous for its beaches, nightlife, and cliff divers at La Quebrada. It was a favorite destination for Hollywood stars and millionaires in the mid-20th century.
Acámbaro
Acámbaro is a city in Guanajuato state, located in the southern part of the state. The name is of Purépecha origin, meaning “place of magueyes” (agave plants). Acámbaro is known for its colonial architecture, archaeological findings, and as an important railway junction. It’s famous for the controversial Acámbaro figures, clay figurines alleged to depict dinosaurs.
Aguascalientes
Aguascalientes is the capital city of Aguascalientes state in central Mexico. Its name means “hot waters,” referring to the area’s thermal springs. The city is known for its colonial architecture, the San Marcos Fair (one of the largest and most important fairs in Mexico), and its thriving automotive and aerospace industries.
Ahome
Ahome is a municipality in Sinaloa state, with its seat in Los Mochis. The name comes from the Cahita language, possibly meaning “where the trees grow by the water.” Ahome is known for its agricultural production, particularly sugar cane. The area is home to important archaeological sites of the Yoreme (Mayo) culture.
Apatzingán
Apatzingán is a city in Michoacán state, located in the hot lowlands known as Tierra Caliente. The name is of Purépecha origin, possibly meaning “place of small reeds.” Apatzingán is historically significant as the site where the first Mexican constitution was signed in 1814. Today, it’s an important agricultural center, known for its production of limes, mangoes, and other tropical fruits.
Apodaca
Apodaca is a city in Nuevo León state, part of the Monterrey metropolitan area. It’s named after Salvador Apodaca y Loreto, a 19th-century Mexican bishop and politician. Apodaca is known for its rapid industrial growth and is home to the Monterrey International Airport. The city has become an important hub for aerospace and manufacturing industries.
Atizapán de Zaragoza
Atizapán de Zaragoza is a city in the State of México, part of the Greater Mexico City area. The name “Atizapán” comes from Nahuatl, meaning “on the water,” while “de Zaragoza” honors Ignacio Zaragoza, a Mexican general. The city is known for its rapid urban growth and the iconic Torres de Satélite, colorful urban sculptures marking the northern entrance to Mexico City.
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