Holding steady.
Popularity of Tallis since 1975
Babies named Tallis per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 0 | 11 |
| 1980s | 0 | 0 |
| 1990s | 5 | 7 |
| 2000s | 8 | 30 |
| 2010s | 34 | 41 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tallis is a rare and modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1975. Its etymology is uncertain, possibly a creative respelling of Tallulah or a surname-turned-first-name. The name saw its peak usage in 2017, though it remains extremely uncommon with no consistent ranking. Its trajectory has been stable, indicating very sporadic but enduring use. Given its low frequency, no top states have recorded significant numbers. Tallis offers a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name that is both melodic and uncommon.
Tallis is likely a modern coinage, possibly derived from the surname Tallis (itself of uncertain origin) or as a variant of the Native American name Tallulah, meaning 'leaping water' in Choctaw. Alternatively, it could be a feminization of Talis, a short form of names like Taliesin. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1975 and has seen sporadic use since, with a modest peak in 2017. Its usage remains very rare and has not established a stable linguistic or cultural tradition.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tal, Tally
Sibling names for Tallis
Names that share Tallis's style, for a brother or sister.
