Takala is a Native American female name meaning "Corn Tassel." In Native American culture, the corn tassel holds significance as a symbol of fertility and abundance. The name Takala is associated with a historical figure, a Wallisian chief who ruled as King of Uvea from 1831 to 1832. Takala's reign was marked by a complex struggle for power, including alliances with a Hawaiian merchant and conflicts with British and American sailors. Despite the tumultuous events surrounding the historical figure, the name Takala carries a meaningful association with the symbol of the corn tassel, reflecting a connection to nature and prosperity.