Talisa Girl

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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: tah-LEE-sah /tɑːˈliːsə/

Origin: Spanish; Native American

Meaning: Spanish: 'noble'; Native American: 'to be strong'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Talisa is believed to have roots in the Hebrew name "Tal," meaning "dew," which carries connotations of freshness and renewal. This name may have evolved through various linguistic influences, potentially passing through the realms of Aramaic and then into broader Semitic languages before being adapted into modern forms.

The suffix "-isa" is often associated with feminine names in various cultures, suggesting a blend of Hebrew origins with influences from other languages, possibly including Spanish or Italian, where similar diminutive forms are common. Historically, the name Talisa does not have a significant presence in ancient texts or notable historical figures, which makes its precise timeline of usage somewhat obscure.

However, the components of the name resonate with themes found in biblical narratives, where names often carry deep meanings tied to nature and divine attributes. The Hebrew Bible, which dates back to the 1st millennium BCE, features names that reflect similar qualities, emphasizing the importance of names in conveying identity and heritage.

Culturally, names like Talisa that derive from natural elements often symbolize growth, vitality, and connection to the earth. This aligns with a broader tradition in many cultures where names are chosen for their meanings and the virtues they embody.

The name Talisa, while not widely documented in historical texts, evokes a sense of grace and beauty, akin to other names that celebrate nature. The potential diminutive "Tali" may also reflect a more intimate or affectionate form, which is common in many cultures, further enhancing the name's appeal through its lyrical quality.

Famous people named Talisa

In this section, you will find notable people named Talisa. 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 Talisa who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Talisa who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Talisa Soto is an actress and model best known for Mortal Kombat, License to Kill, and The Last Dragon.

Talisa Garcia is an actress best known for her roles in The Good Doctor, The Last Kingdom, and The Spanish Princess.

Fictional characters named Talisa

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Talisa Maegyr is a fictional character from the TV series Game of Thrones. She is a skilled healer and the love interest of Robb Stark, playing a significant role in his storyline.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Talisa, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

TaliaElisaMarisaVanessaAlisaSelina

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Talisa. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

AlisaMalisaTalinaLarisaKalistaElisaNerissaVanessa

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Talisa was first seen in the United States in 1959.

Talisa has ranked as high as #1751 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Florida, and Texas.

In the past 5 years the name Talisa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Talisa 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 Talisa was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

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 Talisa.

Year Total Births Girl
2024 8 8
2022 6 6
2020 7 7
2019 12 12
2018 11 11
2017 7 7
2016 8 8
2015 11 11
2014 20 20
2013 13 13
2012 13 13
2011 15 15
2010 16 16
2009 16 16
2008 16 16
2007 18 18
2006 25 25
2005 43 43
2004 41 41
2003 45 45
2002 45 45
2001 34 34
2000 35 35
1999 25 25
1998 41 41
1997 30 30
1996 39 39
1995 37 37
1994 56 56
1993 49 49
1992 59 59
1991 85 85
1990 100 100
1989 168 168
1988 110 110
1987 56 56
1986 39 39
1985 44 44
1984 34 34
1983 27 27
1982 34 34
1981 40 40
1980 46 46
1979 46 46
1978 35 35
1977 35 35
1976 42 42
1975 37 37
1974 47 47
1973 20 20
1972 30 30
1971 29 29
1970 27 27
1969 26 26
1968 27 27
1967 16 16
1966 14 14
1965 14 14
1964 10 10
1963 15 15
1962 12 12
1961 13 13
1959 5 5

Top States for Talisa (2005)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
CA 6
55%
IL 5
45%