Rising since 1992, #2,778 for girls today.
Popularity of Talayah since 1985
Babies named Talayah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 40 |
| 2000s | 273 |
| 2010s | 416 |
| 2020s | 316 |
Meaning & origin
Talayah is a modern American name that first entered the U.S. baby name charts in 1985, and it has been steadily rising in popularity since 1992. As of 2025, it ranks 2,778th, meaning about 1 in every 26,349 newborn girls receives the name. Its peak year so far is 2025, indicating continued growth. The name is most prevalent in Georgia, Florida, and Texas, reflecting a strong Southern influence. Talayah is likely a stylish blend inspired by the popularity of similar-sounding names like Aaliyah and Talia, but it has no established meaning or ancient roots.
Talayah appears to be a modern American coinage, likely formed by blending the popular prefix 'Tal-' (as in Talia or Talon) with the fashionable '-ayah' suffix (found in names like Aaliyah and Malaya). It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1985 and has been rising in use since 1992, particularly in the southern states.
Where Talayah is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tali, Layah, Tal
Sibling names for Talayah
Names that share Talayah's style, for a brother or sister.
