Talatu
Talatu is a Muslim girl name meaning “Born on Tuesday”.
| Meaning | Born on Tuesday |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hausa, from Arabic al-thulāthāʾ (Tuesday) |
| Pronunciation | tah-LAH-too |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Talatu
Talatu is the Hausa day name for a girl born on Tuesday, from Talata, the Hausa word for Tuesday, which comes from Arabic al-thulāthāʾ, 'the third (day)'. It belongs to the same tradition of birth-day names as Ladi, Larai, Lami, Jummai and Asabe.
Is Talatu a Muslim name?
Talatu is a traditional Hausa name used by Muslim families. It marks the day of birth rather than carrying a religious meaning, and Christian Hausa speakers use it too.
Where is the name Talatu used?
Common in northern and central Nigeria among Hausa speakers.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Talatu mean?
Talatu means 'Born on Tuesday'. It comes from Hausa, from Arabic al-thulāthāʾ (Tuesday).
Is Talatu a Muslim name?
Talatu is a traditional Hausa name used by Muslim families. It marks the day of birth rather than carrying a religious meaning, and Christian Hausa speakers use it too.
How do you pronounce Talatu?
Talatu is pronounced tah-LAH-too.