Tallulah
Tallulah is a girl name of Native American origin meaning “Leaping water”, pronounced tuh-LOO-lah. It ranked #940 in the United States in 2025, given to 276 babies, and peaked at #811 in 2023. Common nicknames: Tally, Lula, Lulu.
How popular is Tallulah in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Tallulah mean, and where does it come from?
Tallulah is a waterfall and gorge in north Georgia, from a Choctaw or Creek word usually read as leaping water, and it is also an Irish name, Tuilelaith, meaning abundance and princess — the two arrived at the same sound by different routes. Tallulah Bankhead, named for her grandmother, made it a byword for a certain kind of glamour in the 1930s. American records hold it from 1917; it entered the top thousand in 2023 and reached its highest position that year.
How is Tallulah used around the world?
Tallulah is used in 0 languages worldwide, with 2+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Tallulah?
Famous People Named Tallulah
- Tallulah Bankhead — American stage and film actress
- Tallulah Willis — American designer and actress
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Tallulah mean?
Tallulah is a girl name of Native American origin meaning "Leaping water." Tallulah is a waterfall and gorge in north Georgia, from a Choctaw or Creek word usually read as leaping water, and it is also an Irish name, Tuilelaith, meaning abundance and princess — the two arrived at the same sound by different routes. Tallulah Bankhead, named for her grandmother, made it a byword for a certain kind of glamour in the 1930s.
How do you pronounce Tallulah?
Tallulah is pronounced tuh-LOO-lah. Common variations include Talulah, Talullah, Tallula.
Is Tallulah a girl name?
Yes, Tallulah is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Tally, Lula, Lulu.