Talon Unisex
Origin(s)
English; French
Meaning
English: claw; French: talon
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Talon is derived from the English word for a bird's claw, symbolizing strength and agility. It has also been used in French, where 'talon' means heel or claw. The name has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States, as a unique choice for boys.
Trend Summary
The name Talon has seen a rise in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Talon was first seen in the United States in 1975. Talon has ranked as high as #792 nationally which occurred in 2006 and has been most popular in California, Texas, North Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Talon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Talon (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 18 | |
| TX | 16 | |
| NC | 12 | |
| GA | 8 | |
| FL | 8 | |
| KY | 7 | |
| AZ | 7 | |
| MO | 7 | |
| IL | 6 | |
| WI | 6 | |
| LA | 6 | |
| OR | 5 | |
| IN | 5 | |
| TN | 5 | |
| KS | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 33 |
| 1983 | 57 |
| 1984 | 55 |
| 1985 | 76 |
| 1986 | 72 |
| 1987 | 74 |
| 1988 | 55 |
| 1989 | 72 |
| 1990 | 124 |
| 1991 | 124 |
| 1992 | 157 |
| 1993 | 150 |
| 1994 | 152 |
| 1995 | 171 |
| 1996 | 219 |
| 1997 | 229 |
| 1998 | 237 |
| 1999 | 250 |
| 2000 | 252 |
| 2001 | 292 |
| 2002 | 296 |
| 2003 | 244 |
| 2004 | 239 |
| 2005 | 356 |
| 2006 | 661 |
| 2007 | 640 |
| 2008 | 593 |
| 2009 | 638 |
| 2010 | 569 |
| 2011 | 500 |
| 2012 | 513 |
| 2013 | 552 |
| 2014 | 494 |
| 2015 | 438 |
| 2016 | 408 |
| 2017 | 312 |
| 2018 | 314 |
| 2019 | 356 |
| 2020 | 295 |
| 2021 | 307 |
| 2022 | 247 |
| 2023 | 236 |
| 2024 | 211 |