Tallulah Girl

Popularity: #676 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: tah-LOO-lah /tæˈluːlə/

Origin: Native American; Irish

Meaning: Native American: leaping water; Irish: abundance

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Tallulah has its roots in the Native American language of the Muscogee (Creek) people, where it is believed to mean "leaping water" or "running water." The etymology reflects the natural landscape and the significance of water in many indigenous cultures. The name was introduced to a broader audience through various cultural exchanges and has been adopted into English, particularly in the 19th century, as interest in Native American culture grew among European settlers and their descendants.

Historically, Tallulah gained prominence in the early 20th century, particularly through the influence of Tallulah Bankhead, a prominent American actress known for her work in film and theater during the 1920s and 1930s. Her fame helped to popularize the name in the English-speaking world, linking it to a figure of charisma and talent.

Additionally, the name has appeared in various literary works and artistic expressions, further embedding it in cultural consciousness. Culturally, Tallulah carries connotations of vitality and connection to nature, resonating with themes of freedom and fluidity associated with water.

The name's melodic quality and unique sound contribute to its enduring appeal in various artistic and literary contexts. While diminutive forms such as Tally may arise informally, Tallulah itself stands out as a distinctive name with a rich heritage, reflecting both its linguistic origins and its historical significance in American culture.

Famous people named Tallulah

In this section, you will find notable people named Tallulah. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Tallulah who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Tallulah who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Tallulah Bankhead was an actress best known for Lifeboat, The Little Foxes, and A Royal Scandal.

Tallulah Willis is an actress and singer best known for Bandits, The Scarlet Letter, and The Whole Ten Yards.

Fictional characters named Tallulah

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Tallulah is a fictional character from the musical and film Bugsy Malone. She is a talented singer and actress who captures the attention of the male characters with her charm and charisma.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Tallulah, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

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Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Tallulah. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

TatianaTaliaLilaLunaSelahZaharaAmaraElowen

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Tallulah was first seen in the United States in 1917.

Tallulah has ranked as high as #1549 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Georgia.

In the past 5 years the name Tallulah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Tallulah is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Tallulah was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Tallulah.

Year Total Births Girl
2025 276 276
2024 341 341
2023 345 345
2022 262 262
2021 249 249
2020 214 214
2019 189 189
2018 181 181
2017 185 185
2016 155 155
2015 159 159
2014 140 140
2013 148 148
2012 128 128
2011 133 133
2010 122 122
2009 111 111
2008 97 97
2007 91 91
2006 82 82
2005 45 45
2004 53 53
2003 39 39
2002 35 35
2001 27 27
2000 28 28
1999 26 26
1998 6 6
1997 11 11
1996 7 7
1995 5 5
1991 6 6
1987 6 6
1986 5 5
1985 8 8
1983 5 5
1982 6 6
1981 7 7
1980 6 6
1979 6 6
1956 6 6
1955 6 6
1953 6 6
1952 5 5
1951 8 8
1949 6 6
1947 7 7
1946 5 5
1943 7 7
1942 8 8
1941 10 10
1939 9 9
1938 10 10
1937 7 7
1934 7 7
1933 8 8
1932 10 10
1931 10 10
1925 5 5
1921 6 6
1918 5 5
1917 6 6

Top States for Tallulah (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
PA 20
7%
FL 19
6%
GA 19
6%
CA 17
6%
TX 16
5%
MI 16
5%
NY 15
5%
NC 14
5%
OH 13
4%
TN 12
4%
MN 11
4%
WI 11
4%
MA 10
3%
IN 9
3%
MO 9
3%
AL 8
3%
VA 8
3%
IL 7
2%
NJ 7
2%
SC 6
2%
LA 6
2%
SD 6
2%
NV 6
2%
MD 6
2%
UT 6
2%
OK 6
2%
OR 6
2%
NE 5
2%
CO 5
2%