Talulah

“leaping water” — Associated with the actress Talulah Bankhead

English origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#4260US 2023

34Births / yr

↓Falling

334All-time births

📅 Since 200000

How to pronounce Talulah

TAH·LUHL·AH

/ˈtɑ.ˈləl.ˈɑ/ · stress on TAH · 4 syllables

“leaping water”

Associated with the actress Talulah Bankhead · English origin

What does Talulah mean and where does it come from?

Talulah is of English and Native American origin. It is derived from the Creek Native American language, and it became popular in the early 20th century. The name has been associated with the actress Talulah Bankhead, who was a prominent figure in both stage and film during the 1920s and 1930s. The

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #4499 in 2020 — currently #4260 in the US.

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How else can you spell Talulah?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Talullah

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Talulah?

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

Talulah Grace

How popular is Talulah right now?

Falling — down 991 spots — currently #4260 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#4260 · Top 3.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4260	34	▼ down 991 · -32% births
2022	#3269	50	▼ down 65 · -2% births
2021	#3204	51	▲ up 1295 · +70% births
2020	#4499	30	▲ up 2683 · +76% births
2015	#7182	17	▼ down 1234 · -26% births
2010	#5948	23	▲ up 4851 · +130% births
2005	#10799	10	▲ up 6773 · +100% births
2000	#17572	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Talulah

Best Year2021Rank #3204

Peak Count51

Average Rank#7092

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20238 years

The story of Talulah

Talulah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2000. With 334 total births recorded, Talulah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #17572 in 2000 to #4260 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Talulah in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Talulah by decade

Talulah peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	87
2010s ★	217
2020s	30

💎Talulah has only 334 total recorded births since 2000 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Talulah?

Common

TalTalieTalyUlah

What names sound and feel like Talulah?

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

Tallulah

Native American · leaping waters.

English · A beloved name

Tanilah

American · A derivative of

Tanylah

American · a variation of

Takylah

Australia · A variant of

Takaylah

English · Strength; derived from

Common questions about the name Talulah

What does the name Talulah mean?

Talulah means "leaping water" — a name rooted in English 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 Talulah?

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

What is the cultural origin of Talulah?

Talulah originates from English tradition. English 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 Talulah?

Talulah is a four-syllable name pronounced T AA1 L AH1 L AA1. 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 Talulah?

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