Tulsa Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Tulsa

"A large city, the county seat of Tulsa County, Oklahoma, United States; the second largest city in the state."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 2023 👥 157 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
A large city, the county seat of Tulsa County, Oklahoma, United States; the second largest city in the state.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
157
Life Path
Number 1

📖 What Does Tulsa Mean?

Tulsa is the second-most-populous city in the U.S. state of Oklahoma and the 48th-most populous city in the United States. The population was 413,066 as of the 2020 census. It is the principal municipality of the Tulsa metropolitan area, a region with 1.06 million residents. The city serves as the county seat of Tulsa County, the most densely populated county in Oklahoma, with urban development extending into Osage, Rogers and Wagoner counties.

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Tulsa is the second-most-populous city in the U.S. state of Oklahoma and the 48th-most populous city in the United States. The population was 413,066 as of the 2020 census. It is the principal municipality of the Tulsa metropolitan area, a region with 1.06 million residents. The city serves as the county seat of Tulsa County, the most densely populated county in Oklahoma, with urban development extending into Osage, Rogers and Wagoner counties.

Root Element
Tulsa
Core Meaning
"A large city, the county seat of Tulsa County, Oklahoma, United States; the second largest city in the state."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Tulsa

T 2
U 3
L 3
S 1
A 1
SUM 1
1
Life Path
Independence & Leadership
4
Soul Urge
Stability & Hard Work
6
Personality
Nurturing & Responsibility

Life Path 1 — Independence & Leadership: Natural-born leaders, ambitious, and self-reliant.

📊 Tulsa in Numbers

157 US bearers
2023 Peak year
Predominantly Female Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Tulsa" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A large city, the county seat of Tulsa County, Oklahoma, United States; the second largest city in the state.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~157 people named Tulsa in the US. Peaked in 2023 with 38 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Tulsa?

The Life Path number for Tulsa is 1, associated with Independence & Leadership. Soul Urge: 4. Personality: 6.

Is Tulsa a boy or girl name?

Tulsa is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Tulsa in the US?

Approximately 157 people in the United States are named Tulsa. The name peaked in 2023 with 38 recorded uses.

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