At a glance
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 1982 (#10,518)
- Babies in 1982
- 5 (<0.01% of girls)
- Peak
- #4,246 in 1970
- First recorded
- 1964
Meaning of Tangala
Tangala is a distinctive female name of uncertain etymology, yet its phonetic structure resonates with the melodic cadence of Persian. Pronounced tan-GAH-lah (/tænˈɡɑːlə/), it unfolds in three balanced syllables, each carrying a gentle emphasis. Though its direct roots elude definitive tracing, the name conjures notions of grace and resilience—qualities celebrated in Persian verse, where a single word can bear the weight of an epic’s longing. Analytically, Tangala registers as a rare choice in the United States, appearing five to thirteen times per year between 1964 and 1982, with rankings consistently in the 740–800 bracket; this steady yet modest presence suggests a small, devoted cohort of admirers. Parents drawn to Tangala might appreciate its exotic flair without the inconvenience of shared invitations—after all, it’s uncommon enough that a school reunion would likely produce only one namesake. Like a hidden mosaic tile at the edge of a grand bazaar, Tangala stands apart in the American naming tapestry, valued for its subtle elegance rather than ubiquity.
How to pronounce Tangala
English
- Pronounced tan-GAH-lah /tænˈɡɑːlə/
Popularity of Tangala in the U.S.
Tangala was last recorded in the U.S. in 1982, ranked #10,518 with 5 babies. It peaked at #4,246 in 1970. It first appears in the records in 1964.
- Rank among U.S. girl names (right scale, #1 at the top)
Year-by-year table, 1964–1982 13 rows
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | 5 | 10,518 | back (not recorded in 1981) |
| 1980 | 8 | 7,418 | ▲ 2,792 |
| 1979 | 5 | 10,210 | ▼ 3,262 |
| 1978 | 8 | 6,948 | back (not recorded in 1976–1977) |
| 1975 | 7 | 7,173 | ▼ 273 |
| 1974 | 7 | 6,900 | back (not recorded in 1973) |
| 1972 | 6 | 7,292 | ▼ 1,749 |
| 1971 | 9 | 5,543 | ▼ 1,297 |
| 1970 | 13 | 4,246 | back (not recorded in 1969) |
| 1968 | 10 | 4,489 | ▲ 2,315 |
| 1967 | 5 | 6,804 | back (not recorded in 1966) |
| 1965 | 6 | 5,817 | ▼ 809 |
| 1964 | 8 | 5,008 | new |