Tamilla

Meaning of Tamilla

Tamilla is a feminine name with origins in multiple cultures. The name is commonly found in Russian-speaking countries. In Russian, Tamilla is pronounced as tah-MEE-lah (/tɑˈmilə/). It is also used in English-speaking countries, where it is pronounced as tuh-MIL-uh (/təˈmɪlə/). The name Tamilla has variations such as Tamila.

While not widely popular, the name Tamilla has been given to a small number of newborns in the United States. According to data from the Social Security Administration, there were 5 occurrences of the name in 1987, ranking at 11,321. In 1970 and 1967, there were slightly more occurrences with 7 and 5 respectively, ranking at 6,362 and 6,802.

Tamilla does not have any specific associations or meanings attributed to it. However, its uniqueness and multicultural origins make it an intriguing choice for parents looking for a distinctive name for their baby girl.

Pronunciation

Russian

  • Pronunced as tah-MEE-lah (/tɑˈmilə/)

English

  • Pronunced as tuh-MIL-uh (/təˈmɪlə/)

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Notable People Named Tamilla

Tamilla Shiraliyeva, an Azerbaijani actress and ballet master, achieved recognition as the People's Artiste of the Azerbaijan Soviet Socialist Republic in 1978 and received the USSR State Prize in 1980, as well as the Shohrat Order in 2006.
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