Rising since 1988, #2,933 for girls today.
Popularity of Tali since 1967
Babies named Tali per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 16 |
| 1970s | 106 |
| 1980s | 159 |
| 1990s | 209 |
| 2000s | 275 |
| 2010s | 380 |
| 2020s | 318 |
Meaning & origin
Tali entered U.S. records in 1967 and has risen slowly but consistently since 1988. Its peak year came in 2023, and in 2025 it ranked 2,933, with 1 in 28,198 newborn girls receiving the name. Tali is most popular in Illinois, Pennsylvania, and New York. The name's gentle meaning and simple two-syllable sound appeal to parents seeking a Hebrew name that feels modern yet grounded. Its trajectory suggests steady, understated growth rather than a sudden spike, making it a quiet favorite among those who value understatement.
Tali is a Hebrew name derived from the word "tal" (dew), often interpreted as "my dew" or "dew from God." It appears in the Bible (e.g., Isaiah 26:19, "For Thy dew is a dew of light") and has been used as a feminine given name in Israel since the 20th century. The name gained modest popularity in the United States starting in the late 1960s, with a gradual rise reflecting interest in short, melodic Hebrew names.
Where Tali is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Tali” around the world
Where Tali lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
20
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Sibling names for Tali
Names that share Tali's style, for a brother or sister.
