Tala is a Male and Female name, mostly female in today's culture. It's of Sioux Native American origins meaning "Stalking Wolf" However, it is only linked directly to one tribe so far. Most likely from Arapaho.
It is also noted that Tala is a name that can be found in many other ethnic groups as well. Many people share this name, but its meaning and background varies depending on the culture and language.
Swedish, Norwegian, Danish and Icelandic variant of old high Germanic Adalheidis. This is the oldest Scandinavian version of this name, older than 'Tale' which is more commonly used today. The early use of the name Tala in Swedish is attested by its appearance in high medieval ballads such as the 14th century ballad "Herr Holger". The local Finnish version of this name is spelled Taala.
Tagalog name meaning Bright Star - also the name of the goddess of the morning star.
Tamazight language name meaning Fountain
Arabic name meaning Palm Tree.
In *Farsi Tala is a female name meaning *gold .
Very common Samoan name meaning to tell a tale, but also is the national currency
Native American name of Seneca (Iroqouis) origin meaning "Stalking Wolf. The name is linked to the Iroqouis birth sign for those born between February 19 and March 20, which is the wolf and the wolverine.
