Talbot Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: TAL-bot /ˈtæl.bɒt/
Origin: Old French; English
Meaning: Old French: 'tall' or 'noble'; English: 'from the valley'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Talbot has its roots in Old French, derived from the elements "tal" meaning "to pluck" and "bot" meaning "a messenger" or "a messenger of God." This etymological origin suggests a meaning akin to "messenger" or "one who brings news." The name was introduced into England following the Norman Conquest of 1066, where it became associated with the Anglo-Norman nobility. The transition into English usage occurred as the name was adopted by various noble families, particularly in the regions of Yorkshire and Lincolnshire, where it became established as a surname before evolving into a given name.
Historically, the name Talbot is notably linked to several prominent figures in English history. One of the earliest recorded bearers was Sir John Talbot, a military commander during the Hundred Years' War in the 15th century, who was created Earl of Shrewsbury in 1442.
His legacy was further immortalized through the works of Shakespeare, who referenced the Talbot family in his plays, thereby embedding the name in the cultural consciousness of the time. Additionally, the Talbot family held significant influence in the medieval period, with connections to various royal courts and participation in key historical events.
Culturally, the name Talbot has been associated with themes of loyalty and service, reflective of its meaning related to messengers and communication. The name's endurance can also be attributed to its noble heritage and the valor associated with its historical figures.
In literature and folklore, the name has occasionally appeared in tales of chivalry and honor, further solidifying its place in the cultural narrative of England. The diminutive form "Tal" has also been used, though less frequently, as a familiar or affectionate variant.
Famous people named Talbot
In this section, you will find notable people named Talbot. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Talbot who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Talbot who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Talbot Hobbs was a British artist known for his work in the field of painting and illustration.
Fictional characters named Talbot
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Talbot is a fictional character from the film The Wolf Man. He is the protagonist who transforms into a werewolf after being bitten by one, struggling with his dual nature.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Talbot was first seen in the United States in 1913.
Talbot has ranked as high as #1105 nationally, which occurred in 1969, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Talbot has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Talbot is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Talbot was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Talbot
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Talbot.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1969 | 14 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1950 | 10 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1935 | 11 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1921 | 10 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1916 | 9 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1913 | 6 |