Quilla

Quilla is a short form of the name Tranquilla, which has its origins in South America. Tranquilla is the feminine form of the Latin name Tranquillo, which traces back to the Latin word Tranquillus. The meaning of the name is 'the Calm One' or 'the Serene One.'

What does the name Quilla mean?

Quilla represents a South American short form of Tranquilla, the feminine variant of the name Tranquillo. This derives from the Latin Tranquillus and means 'the Calm One' or 'the Serene One.' The roots of the name can be found in the Latin term tranquillus, which means 'calm,' 'serene,' or 'still.' Furthermore, Quilla is also regarded as a spelling variant of the name Killa, which in the Quechua language means 'the Moon,' 'the Moon Goddess,' or 'Sister Moon.' In Inca mythology, Mama Killa was the Moon Goddess, primarily invoked by women to promote fertility.

Where does the name Quilla come from?

The etymology of Quilla encompasses both Latin and Inca roots, with the meaning 'the Calm One.' It is derived from the Latin term tranquillus, which means 'calm, serene, still.' The name is rooted in South America.

How do you pronounce Quilla?

Kwi-lla

Popularity

In Germany, Quilla is a rather rare first name. In 2011, it ranked 2,438th on the list of the most common female first names. Between 2010 and 2024, Quilla was given as a first name in Germany fewer than 10 times, placing it at 9,958th. In the last ten years, no child has received this name.