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Tala

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Meaning

Small palm tree

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

General Muslim usage

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic تالا
Urdu تلہ
Persian طلا
Bengali টালা
Pashto تاله

Alternate Spellings

Tala is a feminine title rich in history, originating from Arabic roots. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Small palm tree', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

Pronounced as Tala, it has a rhythmic flow that makes it memorable and distinct. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

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Etymology

From the Arabic root ط-ل-و (ṭ-l-w, 'young palm shoot'). Tala means 'young shoot, sapling.'

Islamic Significance

Growing things are set out in the Quran as evidence: from the water We bring out grain arranged in layers, and gardens of grapevines and olives and pomegranates (6:99).

Cultural / Regional Usage

Widely used across the Muslim world, particularly as a girl's name.