Tula Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Tula originates from Sanskrit, meaning 'balance' or 'scales'. It has evolved through various languages and cultures, maintaining its significance related to equilibrium. The name has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in the 20th century, often viewed as a unique and strong name. Notable individuals with this name include a model and an artist.
The name Tula is most popular in Alabama, 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, Tula has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Tula' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1426th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2168th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4129th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13005th out of 19264 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7422nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4424th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Tula' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tula"
Pronunciation
/ˈtuːlə/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Tula originates from the Sanskrit word 'Tula', which means 'balance' or 'scales'. It is often associated with the zodiac sign Libra in astrology.
Meaning
balance, scales
Language Evolution
Tula (Sanskrit), Tula (Hindi), Tula (Spanish)
Historical Usage
The name Tula gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in India and among Spanish-speaking populations. It has been used as a given name in modern times, especially in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Tulia, Tule, Tully
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Tula is perceived as a unique and exotic name. It is often associated with strength and balance, appealing to parents seeking distinctive names.
Famous People
Tula (model and actress), Tula Furlan (artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tula"
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 "Tula"
"Tula" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1426th of 9107 | 541 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2168th of 9204 | 280 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4129th of 12526 | 169 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13005th of 19264 | 22 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7422nd of 35406 | 243 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4424th of 30306 | 383 |
Regional Popularity of "Tula" 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 "Tula" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 1416th/1416 |
- |
54.10% 1280th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 1546th/1546 |
- |
80.20% 1887th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
65.34% 4876th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
87.74% 3937th/4487 |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
66.14% 4151st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tula"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tula" 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.