Talan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Talan originates from Welsh, meaning strong or sturdy. It has evolved through various forms and is associated with traits of strength and resilience. There is no biblical background associated with this name. It has gained popularity in recent years, especially in English-speaking countries, and is viewed positively as a unique modern name.
The name Talan is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Talan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Talan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8116th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 921st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2182nd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18926th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Talan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Talan"
Pronunciation
/ˈteɪlən/
Origin
Welsh
Etymology
The name Talan is derived from the Welsh word 'talan,' which means 'to be strong' or 'to be sturdy.' It is often associated with strength and resilience.
Meaning
strong, sturdy
Language Evolution
Talan, Talyn, Tal
Historical Usage
Talan has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom, as a modern name reflecting a connection to Welsh heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Talyn, Tal
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Talan is perceived as a unique and modern name, often favored by parents looking for distinctive names with cultural significance.
Famous People
Talan Torriero, an American musician and television personality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Talan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Talan"
"Talan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8116th of 16616 | 56 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 921st of 24088 | 3,114 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2182nd of 23106 | 778 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 18926th of 35406 | 46 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Talan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
15.17% 695th/4582 |
23.28% 1202nd/5164 |
11.94% 873rd/7313 |
12.07% 901st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
52.99% 2111th/3984 |
64.54% 2896th/4487 |
34.37% 2345th/6822 |
36.54% 2293rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Talan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Talan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Talan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.