Talen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Talen is of modern English origin, derived from the word 'talent', which means skill or ability. It has evolved from its historical form in Middle English, reflecting a contemporary naming trend. Talen is not associated with biblical texts and has gained popularity in recent decades. It is viewed positively, symbolizing creativity and skill, and has variants such as Talon and Talyn. Notable individuals with the name include Talen Horton-Tucker and a musician named Talen.
The name Talen is most popular in South Dakota, 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, Talen 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, 'Talen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5257th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1678th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2757th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20556th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 27734th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Talen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Talen"
Pronunciation
/ˈteɪ.lən/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Talen is believed to be derived from the English word 'talent', which refers to a natural aptitude or skill.
Meaning
skill, ability
Language Evolution
Talent (Middle English), Talen (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unique and modern name choice.
Variants & Derivatives
Talon, Talyn, Talin
Modern Popularity & Image
Talen is perceived as a contemporary and creative name, often associated with positive connotations of skill and ability.
Famous People
Talen Horton-Tucker - professional basketball player, Talen - musician and actor
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Talen"
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 "Talen"
"Talen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5257th of 16616 | 133 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1678th of 24088 | 1,284 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2757th of 23106 | 543 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 20556th of 35406 | 37 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 27734th of 30306 | 7 |
Regional Popularity of "Talen" 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) |
32.13% 1472nd/4582 |
45.76% 2363rd/5164 |
26.38% 1929th/7313 |
23.62% 1763rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
- |
56.49% 3854th/6822 |
60.40% 3791st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Talen" 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 "Talen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Talen" 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.