Rising since 2005, #7,491 for girls today.
Popularity of Teuila since 1997
Babies named Teuila per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 10 |
| 2010s | 55 |
| 2020s | 41 |
Meaning & origin
Teuila is a Samoan name meaning 'red ginger flower,' introduced to the United States Social Security data in 1997. As of 2025, it ranked 7491st in popularity, given to approximately 1 in every 114805 newborn girls. The name has been steadily rising in usage since 2005, with its peak year being 2025. It remains a rarely used but culturally significant name, primarily chosen by families with Samoan heritage or those seeking a distinctive floral name. While not currently associated with any top states, its growth trajectory suggests increasing awareness and adoption.
Teuila is a Samoan name meaning 'red ginger flower' (Alpinia purpurata). The name is popular in Samoa and among Samoan diaspora communities. It has gained some international recognition since the late 1990s, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Teu, Lala, Tilly
Sibling names for Teuila
Names that share Teuila's style, for a brother or sister.
