Holding steady.
Popularity of Talli since 1958
Babies named Talli per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 10 |
| 1970s | 40 |
| 1980s | 12 |
| 1990s | 23 |
| 2000s | 43 |
| 2010s | 6 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Talli is a rare feminine name with Hebrew roots, first recorded in the U.S. in 1958. It reached its peak popularity in 1975, but has never entered the top 1000, maintaining a stable if low usage. The name is a diminutive of Talya, which carries the poetic meaning of "dew from God," a gentle nature-themed reference. Its sound aligns with the 1970s trend for short, vowel-ending names like Tammy or Carrie. Despite its rarity, Talli has occasional use in Jewish communities and remains an uncommon choice for parents seeking a simple Hebrew name.
Talli is a diminutive or variant of Talya, a Hebrew name meaning "dew from God" (from tal "dew" and Yah "God"). It emerged as an independent given name in English-speaking countries in the mid-20th century, influenced by the popularity of short, vowel-ending names. Its usage has remained uncommon, with occasional spikes in the 1970s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tal, Tally
Sibling names for Talli
Names that share Talli's style, for a brother or sister.
