Origin, Meaning, And History Of Toula
Toula is a Greek origin name, a diminutive of Fotini, the modern Greek form of Photine, which originates from the Greek word ‘phos,’ meaning ‘light.’ The name has diverse roots in various languages and cultures, including Spanish, Hindi, Kiswahili, and Choctaw, and can be translated as ‘leaping water,’ ‘tranquil,’ ‘mountain peak,’ or ‘zodiac sign.’
Some also believe that Toula may be a variation of the ancient Roman family name Tulia, which has Latin roots.
St. Photini, also known as Photine or Svetlana, is a notable historical figure who bore the name Photini, a Greek variation of the name Photine. She is revered as the Great-martyr Photine of Samaria, also referred to as the Samaritan woman at the well, and is considered Equal-to-the-Apostles.
According to Christian tradition, she encountered Christ at the well of Jacob, and later, the Apostles baptized her and her family. Following her baptism, she was named Photine, which means ‘the enlightened one.’ She became one of the early Church’s evangelists, spreading the gospel.
Toula and its common variation Tula has seen fame in recent times. Due to their rustic, earthy feel, some parents may use the name as a part of their heritage and culture. Additionally, these names evoke feelings similar to names like Moana and Nala.
Some lesser-known variations of Toula are Toulya, Tulya, Tullia, Tulla, Toolia, and Toulia. A few nicknames that people with the name Toula may carry include Toula, such as Toto, Tool, and Owl.
Toula gained renewed popularity following its appearance in the 2002 romantic comedy film, My Big Fat Greek Wedding, where it belonged to the main character,Toula Portokalos. The movie is widely considered one of the highest-grossing romantic comedies ever made.
Toulais also the name of a character in the Australian comedy TV series Pizza. In addition, American political commentatorMargaret Claire Hooverand journalist John Avlon have a daughter named Toula.
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Famous People With The Name Toula
- Toula GrivasFrench-Greek soap opera actress, best known for her roles in Greek soap operas, Lampsi and Kalimera Zoi
- Tula LotayPen name of English comic book writer Lisa Wood
- Tula GianniniAmerican academic and musicology expert
- Tula SmallAustralian singer and songwriter, known for her role in The Recruits
- Tula Luz Benites VásquezPeruvian politician associated with Peruvian Aprista Party
Toula On The Popularity Chart
Toula’s popularity underwent dramatic ups and downs. Take a look at the graph below for a detailed overview.
Popularity Over Time
In 2003, the name Toula was given to 6 babies per million, which increased to 8 per million in 2014. However, between 2015 and 2017, the name experienced a decline, with only 5 babies per million being named Toula.
Source:Social Security AdministrationRank Over Time
The name held a ranking of 15,637 in 2003, but this dropped to 19,370 in 2011. However, in 2014, the name’s ranking improved, reaching 12,973. Refer to the graph below to better understand the name’s performance on the ranking chart.
Source:Social Security AdministrationNames With Similar Sound As Toula
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the meaning of the name Toula ?
The name toula means and In Greek it means Light. In Hindi its is a Astrological sign
2. What is the origin of the name Toula?
Toula originates from the Greek, Hindi word .
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