Holding steady.
Popularity of Tallan since 1992
Babies named Tallan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 73 |
| 2010s | 73 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Tallan is a rare and modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1992. It saw its highest usage in 2010, but has never entered the top 1000 names, reflecting its niche appeal. The name is likely a creative variant of Irish roots, offering a unique alternative to more common names like Talan or Tallen. Despite its low rank, Tallan has maintained a relatively stable trajectory over the past decade without significant decline. Its exact meaning is debated, but it carries a strong, one-syllable sound typical of modern invented names.
Tallan is a modern given name, likely an invented or respelled variant of Irish names such as Talan or Tallen, themselves possibly from the Gaelic word 'talamh' meaning 'earth' or 'land'. It has been in occasional use in the United States since the early 1990s, with a peak in 2010. The name has not entered widespread popularity and remains rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tal, Tally
Sibling names for Tallan
Names that share Tallan's style, for a brother or sister.
