Tura is a unique and distinctive given name of unknown origin, but it's widely believed to have been coined by author Vladimir Nabokov for his character Lolita. In the novel, Tura is the surname of Humbert Humbert's former girlfriend, with whom he shares a brief correspondence. The name has since gained some popularity as a first name, particularly among those inspired by Nabokov's works or seeking unique monikers for their children.
The name Tura experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a total of 185 births recorded between 1887 and 1984. The peak years for this name were 1916 and 1920, each having 9 births.