Trula Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Trula is a name of Latin origin, meaning calm or peaceful, which has evolved from its Latin roots into modern English. It is associated with traits of tranquility and honesty, and while it has no biblical background, it gained popularity in the 20th century as a unique name. Today, it is viewed positively as a gentle and kind name.
The name Trula is most popular in Tennessee, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Trula has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Trula' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1036th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1267th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2536th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8110th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Trula' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Trula"
Pronunciation
/ˈtruːlə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Trula is derived from the Latin word 'trula,' which means 'calm' or 'peaceful.' It is also associated with the term 'true,' reflecting notions of honesty and authenticity.
Meaning
calm, peaceful, true
Language Evolution
Trula (Modern English), Trula (Latin)
Historical Usage
The name Trula gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a unique and modern name.
Variants & Derivatives
Tru, Truly
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Trula is seen as a whimsical and gentle name, often associated with a serene and kind personality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Trula"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Trula"
"Trula" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1036th of 9107 | 892 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1267th of 9204 | 652 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2536th of 12526 | 377 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8110th of 19264 | 73 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Trula" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Trula" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 1416th/1416 |
- |
28.78% 681st/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
35.10% 826th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
62.29% 1777th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Trula"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Trula" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.