Talula

“leaping water” — Associated with the soft and refreshing image of morning

Native American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#5530US 2023

23Births / yr

↑Rising

303All-time births

📅 Since 200100

How to pronounce Talula

TAH·LYOO·luh

/ˈtɑ.ˈljuː.lə/ · stress on TAH · 3 syllables

“leaping water”

Associated with the soft and refreshing image of morning · Native American origin

What does Talula mean and where does it come from?

Talula is a name with Native American roots, translating to 'leaping water' in various Native American languages. It's embraced in many cultures but has gained popularity in the United States. Additionally, it has Latin influences where it is associated with the soft and refreshing image of morning

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #5217 in 2007 — currently #5530 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Talula?

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

Talula Grace

How popular is Talula right now?

Rising fast — up 2062 spots — currently #5530 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#5530 · Top 4.1%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5530	23	▲ up 2062 · +53% births
2022	#7592	15	▼ down 1206 · -21% births
2021	#6386	19	▼ down 976 · -17% births
2020	#5410	23	▲ up 2908 · +64% births
2015	#8318	14	▲ up 798 · +8% births
2010	#9116	13	▲ up 1722 · +30% births
2005	#10838	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Talula

Best Year2020Rank #5410

Peak Count23

Average Rank#7599

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Talula

Talula is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2001. With 303 total births recorded, Talula remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10838 in 2005 to #5530 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Talula in 2007:

Emily Isabella Emma Ava Madison

Talula by decade

Talula peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	128
2010s ★	152
2020s	23

💎Talula has only 303 total recorded births since 2001 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Talula?

Common

TalTalieTalyUla

What names sound and feel like Talula?

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

Tallula

USA · leaping water

Tamula

American · Derived from the

Talulla

Irish · Irish

Talulah

English · leaping water

Alula

Ethiopia · The name means

Tangula

African · Journey, moving forward

Pamula

American · a variation of

Batula

Arabic · pure, untouched

Common questions about the name Talula

What does the name Talula mean?

Talula means "leaping water" — a name rooted in Native American 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 Talula?

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

What is the cultural origin of Talula?

Talula originates from Native American tradition. Native American 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 Talula?

Talula is a three-syllable name pronounced T AA1 L Y 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 Talula?

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