Natasha Wu

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Natasha Wu — birthday of the Lord
88K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Natasha Wu is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Natasha is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Natasha is a name of Russian origin. It is the diminutive form of the Latin name Natalia. Natasha Adair (born 1972), American basketball coach Natasha Aguilar (1970–2016), Costa Rican swimmer Natasha Akpoti (born 1979), Nigerian politician Natasha Al-Maani (1959–2023), Jordanian artist Natasha Al-Naber (born 1995), Jordanian footballer Natasha Alam (born 1973), Uzbekistani-American actress and model Natasha Alexenko (1973–2024), American-Canadian crime victim advocate Natasha S. The surname Wu: Wú is the pinyin transliteration of the Chinese surname 吳 (Simplified Chinese 吴), which is a common surname (family name) in Mainland China. Wú (吳) is the sixth name listed in the Song dynasty classic Hundred Family Surnames. In 2019 Wu was the ninth most common surname in Mainland China. A 2013 study found that it was the eighth most common surname, shared by 26,800,000 people or 2.000% of the population, with the province having the most being Guangdong. Natasha is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 88K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Natasha reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Natasha

Meaning: birthday of the Lord

Latin

Natasha is a name of Russian origin. It is the diminutive form of the Latin name Natalia. Natasha Adair (born 1972), American basketball coach Natasha Aguilar (1970–2016), Costa Rican swimmer Natasha Akpoti (born 1979), Nigerian politician Natasha Al-Maani (1959–2023), Jordanian artist Natasha Al-Naber (born 1995), Jordanian footballer Natasha Alam (born 1973), Uzbekistani-American actress and model Natasha Alexenko (1973–2024), American-Canadian crime victim advocate Natasha S.

Surname: Wu

Vietnamese

Wú is the pinyin transliteration of the Chinese surname 吳 (Simplified Chinese 吴), which is a common surname (family name) in Mainland China. Wú (吳) is the sixth name listed in the Song dynasty classic Hundred Family Surnames. In 2019 Wu was the ninth most common surname in Mainland China. A 2013 study found that it was the eighth most common surname, shared by 26,800,000 people or 2.000% of the population, with the province having the most being Guangdong.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Natasha is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Natasha by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Natasha Wu:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Natasha?
The first name Natasha originates from Latin. Natasha is a name of Russian origin. It is the diminutive form of the Latin name Natalia. Natasha Adair (born 1972), American basketball coach Natasha Aguilar (1970–2016), Costa Rican swimmer Natasha Akpoti (born 1979), Nigerian politician Natasha Al-Maani (1959–2023), Jordanian artist Natasha Al-Naber (born 1995), Jordanian footballer Natasha Alam (born 1973), Uzbekistani-American actress and model Natasha Alexenko (1973–2024), American-Canadian crime victim advocate Natasha S.
When was Natasha most popular?
The name Natasha reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Wu?
The surname Wu originates from Vietnamese. Wú is the pinyin transliteration of the Chinese surname 吳 (Simplified Chinese 吴), which is a common surname (family name) in Mainland China. Wú (吳) is the sixth name listed in the Song dynasty classic Hundred Family Surnames. In 2019 Wu was the ninth most common surname in Mainland China. A 2013 study found that it was the eighth most common surname, shared by 26,800,000 people or 2.000% of the population, with the province having the most being Guangdong.
What are the origins of the name Natasha Wu?
The name Natasha Wu combines two different traditions: the first name Natasha has Latin roots, while the surname Wu originates from Vietnamese.
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