Rising since 1988, #2,798 for boys today.
Popularity of Talha since 1986
Babies named Talha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 20 |
| 1990s | 157 |
| 2000s | 326 |
| 2010s | 280 |
| 2020s | 250 |
Meaning & origin
Talha entered the U.S. baby name charts in 1986, ranking 2,798 in 2025. With a 1-in-38,957 frequency, it is an uncommon choice with strong cultural resonance. Its peak rank of 2,798 occurred in 2022, and has been steadily rising since 1988. It is most popular in New York, California, and Texas, reflecting communities with Muslim heritage. The name carries weight through its link to Talha ibn Ubaydullah, a companion of the Prophet, but it remains modest in usage, making it a distinctive yet rooted option.
Talha (طلحة) is an Arabic masculine name derived from the root ṭ-l-ḥ, referring to a type of acacia or a tree in Paradise. It was borne by Talha ibn Ubaydullah, a prominent companion of the Prophet Muhammad, which gave the name lasting prestige in the Muslim world.
Where Talha is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Talha” around the world
Where Talha lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
25
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tal, Tally
Variants: Talhah
Sibling names for Talha
Names that share Talha's style, for a brother or sister.
