Tila is a unique and beautiful given name of Hawaiian origin. The name is derived from the Hawaiian word "tila" which means "to look around". It is often used as both a male and female name in Hawaii.
The name Tila has been popular in Hawaii for many generations, but it gained international recognition when actress and singer Tila Tequila became famous in the early 2000s. Despite its popularity thanks to the celebrity, the name remains deeply rooted in Hawaiian culture and tradition.
In Hawaiian mythology, Tila is associated with the Hawaiian god of war, Ku, who was said to have many eyes that allowed him to see everything around him. Therefore, the name Tila is often seen as a symbol of vigilance and perceptiveness.
Today, the name Tila continues to be popular among parents looking for a unique and meaningful name for their child. It is often used in Hawaii but can also be found throughout the rest of the United States and even internationally. Whether you are of Hawaiian descent or simply appreciate beautiful and meaningful names, Tila makes a wonderful choice.
The statistics provided show the annual number of births with the name Tila in the United States from 1930 to 2023.
From 1930 to 1978, there was a total of 90 births with the name Tila. The years with the highest number of births during this period were 1967 with 10 births and 1978 with 7 births.
The trend changed in the late 1980s with a significant increase in the number of births with the name Tila. In 1984, there were 21 births, followed by 22 in 1985, marking the highest numbers recorded until then. This trend continued into the early 1990s with fluctuations ranging from 6 to 15 births per year.
The years between 2003 and 2007 saw a notable peak in popularity for the name Tila, with the number of births reaching as high as 34 in 2008. However, after this peak, the popularity of the name began to decline again.
From 2010 onwards, the number of births with the name Tila has fluctuated between 5 and 10 per year, with a recent increase to 8 births in 2022 and 5 births in 2023.
Overall, since 1930, there have been a total of 455 births with the name Tila in the United States. The popularity of this name has varied significantly over time, with several peaks observed between the late 1980s and early 2010s.