Tahlia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tahlia is a Hebrew name meaning 'dew'. It has evolved from historical forms like Talya and Talia to its current form. The name is associated with freshness and renewal, lacking biblical ties. It has gained popularity in recent years and is viewed positively for its uniqueness.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tahlia"
Pronunciation
/ˈtɑːliə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Tahlia is derived from the Hebrew word 'tal', which means 'dew'. It is often interpreted as 'dew from God' or 'morning dew'.
Meaning
dew
Language Evolution
Talya, Talia, Tahlia
Historical Usage
Tahlia has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern variant of the name Talia.
Variants & Derivatives
Talia, Talya, Talyah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Tahlia is perceived as a unique and modern name, appreciated for its melodic sound and positive meaning.
Famous People
Tahlia McGrath, Tahlia Norrish
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Girl Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 167 peak births in 2009
Geographic Spread
Popular across 24 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tahlia"
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 "Tahlia"
"Tahlia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8210th of 19264 | 71 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4364th of 27321 | 336 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2072nd of 35406 | 1,450 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1703rd of 30306 | 1,523 |
Regional Popularity of "Tahlia" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Tahlia" 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) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
86.39% 4487th/5194 |
60.55% 3825th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
57.18% 2620th/4582 |
33.62% 1736th/5164 |
32.56% 2381st/7313 |
27.17% 2028th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
44.33% 1766th/3984 |
44.53% 1998th/4487 |
24.88% 1697th/6822 |
28.71% 1802nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tahlia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tahlia" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Tahlia" in the United States
The name Tahlia is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. 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, Tahlia has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Tahlia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8210th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4364th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2072nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1703rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Tahlia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.