Takila
Nahuatl · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Takila
Takila is a modern variant of Tequila, derived from the Nahuatl word "tequitqui" meaning "worker" or "laborer," though it is more commonly associated with the Mexican spirit distilled from the agave plant.
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Etymology
Takila is a modern variant of Tequila, derived from the Nahuatl word "tequitqui" meaning "worker" or "laborer," though it is more commonly associated with the Mexican spirit distilled from the agave plant. The name is primarily used in English-speaking and Hispanic communities, with no significant historical or religious tradition; it gained modern popularity as a given name likely influenced by the drink's cultural prominence rather than ancient linguistic heritage.
Takila currently ranks #12,278 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1991.
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