 The Popol Vuh also mentions a historic ruler of the Kʼicheʼ who bore the name or title of the deity, probably because he drew some of his power from the god.This title of "Feathered Serpent", was an important title used for historical figures in other parts of Mesoamerica, the personal name of this king was likely to have been Kotujaʼ.This individual was likely to have been an "Aj Qʼuqʼumatz", or priest of Qʼuqʼumatz, before he became the "Aj pop" (king).