Holding steady.
Popularity of Talah since 1996
Babies named Talah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 51 |
| 2010s | 51 |
| 2020s | 12 |
Meaning & origin
Talah is a rare feminine name first recorded in the United States in 1996. Its origins are uncertain; it may be a modern respelling of Talia or Tala, or a purely invented name. The name has maintained a stable, low-level presence, with its peak year occurring in 2002. Despite its rarity, it appeals to parents seeking a short, melodic name with a contemporary feel. No top states are associated with its use, underscoring its scattered, infrequent adoption across the country.
Talah appears to be a modern feminine name, likely a respelling or variant of more established names such as Talia (from Hebrew, meaning 'dew of God') or Tala (from Arabic, meaning 'little palm tree' or 'golden'). Its first recorded use in U.S. data is 1996, suggesting a late 20th-century coinage. The name has remained rare and stable in use, with a slight peak in 2002.
Sibling names for Talah
Names that share Talah's style, for a brother or sister.
