Toula
Fact sheet
- Name
- Toula
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The female name Toula (Τούλα) is a Greek short form of Fotoula (Φωτούλα), which is a diminutive form of the name Fotini, itself derived from Photine (Φωτίνη). The name can be translated as 'the enlightened one' or, in a religious context, as 'the light of God.'
What does the name Toula mean?
Toula (Τούλα) is a Greek short form that comes from Fotoula (Φωτούλα), a diminutive form of Fotini, which is itself derived from Photine (Φωτίνη). The meaning of the name is 'the enlightened one' or, in a spiritual sense, 'the light of God.' Its roots can be found in the Ancient Greek word phôs (φῶς) or phōtós (φωτός), which means 'light,' 'radiant,' and 'shining.'
Where does the name Toula come from?
The name Toula has its roots in Ancient Greek and means 'the enlightened one.'
How do you pronounce Toula?
Toula is pronounced approximately like 'Too-lah.'
When is the name day of Toula?
The name day for Toula is celebrated on February 26.
Popularity
In Germany, Toula is among the less common first names. Currently, it ranks 5,884th on the list of the most popular female baby names. Its best placement was in 2017, at rank 3,952. Over the past ten years, Toula has been used as a first name about 20 times, placing it 5,457th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 6,110th.
Nicknames & pet names
Toutou
Famous people
- Toula Portokalos (Fictional character from 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding')
Frequently asked questions about the name Toula
What does the name Toula mean?
Toula means 'the enlightened one' and is spiritually associated with 'the light of God.' The roots of the name lie in the Ancient Greek word for light.
Where does the name Toula come from?
The name has its origins in Ancient Greek and is a short form of Fotoula, which is derived from Fotini.
How popular is the name Toula?
Toula is especially common in Greece but has also gained international recognition, particularly in Greek communities.