Declining since 2010, #8,910 for boys today.
Popularity of Tallen since 1987
Babies named Tallen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 62 |
| 2000s | 204 |
| 2010s | 243 |
| 2020s | 69 |
Meaning & origin
Tallen is an uncommon modern name that entered U.S. records in 1987. Its popularity peaked in 2006, but it has been declining since 2010. In 2025, it ranked 8,910th, with only about 1 in 213,510 boys receiving the name. As a rare choice, it offers a distinctive sound reminiscent of surnames and modern coinages like Talon or Allen, without strong ties to any specific cultural tradition.
Tallen first appeared in U.S. records in 1987 and is likely a modern invented name, perhaps a blend or respelling of names like Talon or Allen, or a variant of the Irish name Tallen. Its usage has been rare and primarily American, with a peak in 2006.
Sibling names for Tallen
Names that share Tallen's style, for a brother or sister.
