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Talise

tah-LEES · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern invention or variant.

2025 rank (girls)
#13,208
Babies named in 2025
6
Peak popularity
2006
2025 frequency
1 in 267,878 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Declining since 2007

Declining since 2007, #13,208 for girls today.

Popularity of Talise since 1971

Babies named Talise per year in U.S. Social Security records.

112334198020002020Most births 2006Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1970s20
1980s17
1990s37
2000s155
2010s118
2020s51

Meaning & origin

Talise is a name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1971, ranking at position 13,208 as of 2025 with approximately 1 in every 267,878 newborns receiving the name. Its usage peaked in 2006, but since 2007 the name has been on a declining trajectory. The origins of Talise remain unclear; it may be a fanciful spelling variation of names like Talitha or a fusion of sounds from fashionable names of the late 20th century. Despite its rarity, the name has a soft, melodic quality that appeals to parents seeking something unique.

Talise first appeared in U.S. records in 1971. It may have been coined as a respelling of Dallas or a variant of Talitha or Thalissa, or it could be an independent invention. The name saw modest use before peaking in 2006.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Tali, Lee, Lise

Variants: Talice, Talissa, Thalissa

Sibling names for Talise

Names that share Talise's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Talise mean?
The meaning of Talise is uncertain. It may be a modern variant of names like Talitha or an invented name.
How popular is Talise currently?
As of 2025, Talise ranked 13,208 in the U.S., with an incidence of about 1 in 267,878 births.
Is Talise a boy or girl name?
Talise is primarily used for girls.