The present-day descendants of the ancient Maya, Inca, and Aztec cultures are generally referred to by the following terms:
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Maya: The contemporary people are referred to as Maya or Mayans, encompassing various ethnic groups in regions of Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, and El Salvador.
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Inca: The descendants of the Incas are typically referred to as Quechua and Aymara, among other groups, primarily living in Peru and parts of Bolivia, Ecuador, and Colombia.
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Aztec: The modern descendants of the Aztec civilization are often referred to as Nahua or Mexica, primarily found in central Mexico.
These names reflect the ongoing cultural heritage and identity of the peoples descended from these ancient civilizations.