Tala
Girl name · 23 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Tala: 23 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 5 births in 2018.
Tala is a name with beautiful roots in different cultures. In Tagalog (Philippines), it means "bright star," evoking a celestial, luminous quality. It also appears in Norse myth as Tala, a name for the goddess of the dawn, directly related to the Old Norse word for "star." Notably, it is also a short form of Natalia, meaning "born on Christmas Day," giving it a warm, festive connection. Famous bearers include the American actress and singer Tala Ashe, known for her role in *Legends of Tomorrow*. A further note: the name shares its root with the Arabic "Tala," meaning "gold," offering a shimmering, cross-cultural appeal that feels both ancient and modern.
Girl 6 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20185 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #6324 babies
- Total births
- 23since 2001
- 5-year trend
- ▲ 33%vs prior 5y