A number of gods were associated to fertility, love, and marriage among the Mayan people. Kukulcan, Itzamna, and Kinich Ahau were among them. They were popularly referred to as the Goddess, the Moon, and were often depicted by artists as young seductive women. It was believed that Mayans made pilgrimages in order to attain fertility and love.
Kukulcan
Kukulcan is a Mayan god who created rain. Mayans believed that the rain he brought would wipe the earth clean. This god was often depicted as a giant serpent with a head capable of sweep the entire land. Kukulcan statues were replaced with those of Mayan warriors, and snake gods. Kukulcan is still an important symbol of Mexico's indigenous cultural legacy.
Itzamna
Itzamna, a Mayan god, was known for bringing technological and scientific advancements to the ancient Maya. He was a powerful force that combined elements from the earth, heavens, and underworld. He was also considered to have been the god medicine. The Maya worshiped Itzamna during the postclassic period, when many people suffered from diseases and illnesses.
Kinich Ahau
Kinich Ahau is the Maya sun god. The Yucatec people of Central Mexico first used the name in the 16th century. In the Maya codices, the name is sometimes referred as "God G". The Classic period depicts the Maya sun god as a middle-aged man with large square eyes and an aquiline nose. His upper teeth have been filed.
Ix Chel
Ix Chel was a fertility god and believed to have the power of causing great floods. According to legend, she was responsible for the creation of a special spindle at center of the universe and controlling the waters in an upside down jar. Her classical glyph, however, is not known. Aztec mythology does have the equivalent deities. She was also associated with the Moon, waters, jaguar, and spiders, and was also the patron goddess of Cozumel, Mexico.
Buluc Chabtan
Buluc Chabtan (Mayan god) was the god war and violence. He is often represented holding a flint knife or blazing torch. He was also known as "God F" by the Mayans. He is often associated with human sacrifice and violent death. Some depict him being surrounded with maggots. His image is a strong representation of a god’s power over violence. He was worshiped by the Mayans to win war.
Ek Chuah
Ek Chuah, a Mayan god, was one of the most important Mayan divinities. He was both the patron of cacao as well as a major source for energy. Hieroglyphics from various Maya sites show his images. These images show him defeating his enemies and creating chaos. He was a Maya god of significant importance, but his role in everyday life is still a matter of debate.
Ek Chaj's compassionate side
Mayan gods often have dual natures. Ek Chuaj (the Mayan God who made cacao) was also the Mayan Goddess of war, destruction and chaos. As such, he was often pictured with a lance or another weapon. While cacao was considered a delicacy by the Maya, the Maya also considered cacao to be a source of currency.