Tallula

“leaping water” — Associated with vitality and freshness

USA origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#8922US 2023

12Births / yr

↑Rising

134All-time births

📅 Since 200200

How to pronounce Tallula

tah·LOO·luh

/tɑ.ˈluː.lə/ · stress on LOO · 3 syllables

“leaping water”

Associated with vitality and freshness · USA origin

What does Tallula mean and where does it come from?

Tallula is a name of Native American origin, popular primarily in the United States and parts of Mexico. The meaning 'leaping water' refers to the imagery of water, often associated with vitality and freshness. Tallula has gained popularity through various cultural references and shows, reflecting a

Cultural significance

Tallula has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in USA-speaking communities, where it reflects values of leaping water.

Peak popularity

Reached #9232 in 2016 — currently #8922 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Tallula?

Tallula works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Tallula Grace

How popular is Tallula right now?

Rising fast — up 1390 spots — currently #8922 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#8922 · Top 6.6%

2005

2010

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8922	12	▲ up 1390 · +20% births
2022	#10312	10	▼ down 1397 · -17% births
2021	#8915	12	▲ up 367 · +9% births
2020	#9282	11	▲ up 6967 · +83% births
2010	#16249	6	▼ down 5403 · -40% births
2005	#10846	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Tallula

Best Year2021Rank #8915

Peak Count12

Average Rank#10754

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20236 years

The story of Tallula

Tallula is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2002. With 134 total births recorded, Tallula remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10846 in 2005 to #8922 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Tallula in 2016:

Emma Olivia Ava Sophia Isabella

Tallula by decade

Tallula peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	48
2010s ★	75
2020s	11

💎Tallula has only 134 total recorded births since 2002 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Tallula?

Common

TalTaUla

What names sound and feel like Tallula?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Tallula also consider these

Talula

Native American · leaping water

Talulla

Irish · Irish

Tallulah

Native American · leaping waters.

Callula

Latin · A Latin name

Tangula

African · Journey, moving forward

Tamula

American · Derived from the

Alula

Ethiopia · The name means

Tashala

USA · Bringer of life

Common questions about the name Tallula

What does the name Tallula mean?

Tallula means "leaping water" — a name rooted in USA tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Tallula?

Tallula is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Tallula have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Tallula?

Tallula originates from USA tradition. USA names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Tallula?

Tallula is a three-syllable name pronounced T AA0 L UW1 L AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Tallula?

Tallula pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar USA heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.