Tatu

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Pronounced TAH-too /ˈtɑː.tuː/Medium

Meaning: From the Swahili tatu, 'three' — traditionally given to a third-born child. A simple, meaningful East African name.Low

In 30 seconds: A meaningful Swahili name: Tatu means 'three,' a name for a third-born (said 'TAH-too'). Simple and warm.

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Origin MediumSwahili

MeaningFrom the Swahili tatu, 'three' — traditionally given to a third-born child. A simple, meaningful East African name.

History & Origin

Tatu comes from the Swahili tatu, 'three,' given to a third-born child. It reads simple and meaningful — rare in the U.S. (said 'TAH-too').

In the U.S. it appears very rarely, more familiar in East Africa. Rare, warm, and meaningful.

Did you know? Tatu is Swahili for 'three' — traditionally given to a third-born child — a simple, warm East African name with a clear, kind story (said 'TAH-too').

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References — Tatu — Swahili 'three'; name for third-born

Variations

TatuuTatoTatou

Nicknames

TatiTutu

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Tatu mean?

Tatu is Swahili for 'three,' traditionally given to a third-born child.

How do you pronounce Tatu?

It's said TAH-too /ˈtɑː.tuː/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Tatu a boy or girl name?

Tatu is a girl's name.

How popular is Tatu?

Tatu is a very rare name in the U.S.