Teuta

Teuta is a female first name that is primarily found in Albanian as well as in the linguistic areas of Kosovo, Macedonia, Montenegro, and Serbia. Translated into German, it means 'the queen of the people'.

What does the name Teuta mean?

The name Teuta, which is commonly found in the Albanian region as well as in Kosovo, Macedonia, Montenegro, and Serbia, means 'the queen of the people' in German. Its roots likely lie in the Illyrian term Teuta, which stands for 'the people', 'the tribe', or also 'the queen of the people'. The name became famous through an Illyrian queen who reigned between 231 and 228 BC. Other variants include Tefta, Teute, and Teuda. The image of this queen can be found on the Albanian 100 Lek coin. There are also some who suggest a possible connection to the Germanic Teutons, although this is considered unlikely.

Where does the name Teuta come from?

The origin of the name Teuta is Illyrian and means 'the queen of the people'.

How do you pronounce Teuta?

The pronunciation of Teuta is three syllables and features an open vowel structure. The name is typically pronounced as 'Te-u-ta' [ˈtɛuta], with the vowel combination in the middle creating a flowing sound. The open 'e' at the beginning provides a bright tonal quality, while the ending '-ta' sounds clear and friendly. Teuta conveys an independent and powerful impression - harmonious, present, and particularly sonorous.

Popularity

In Germany, Teuta is a relatively common first name. Currently, it ranks 4,045th on the list of most popular female baby names. Its best placement was in 1985 at rank 178. Over the last ten years, Teuta has been chosen as a first name about 40 times, placing it at 4,186th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 4,602nd.

Nicknames & pet names

Euta / Tea / Teja / Teta / Tete / Teu / Teut / Tuli / Tuta / Tuti / Tutti / Uta

Famous people

• Teuta (second Illyrian queen)
• Teuta Cuni (boxer from Sweden)
• Teuta Kurti (Albanian singer)
• Teuta Selimi (singer and actress)