Taliyah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Taliyah is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'dew'. It has evolved from forms like Talya and Talia. While it does not have biblical roots, it has gained popularity in recent decades and is seen as a modern choice among parents. Notable individuals with this name include Taliyah Whitfield and Taliyah McClain.
The name Taliyah is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Taliyah has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling 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, 'Taliyah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6782nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 803rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 962nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Taliyah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Taliyah"
Pronunciation
/təˈliːə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Taliyah derives from the Hebrew word 'tal' meaning 'dew' and is often interpreted as 'morning dew'.
Meaning
dew
Language Evolution
Talya, Talia, Taliyah
Historical Usage
Taliyah gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a variant of Talia.
Variants & Derivatives
Talia, Talya, Taliyah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Taliyah is perceived as a modern and unique name, favored by parents looking for names with cultural significance.
Famous People
Taliyah Whitfield, an American singer, Taliyah McClain, a notable entrepreneur
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Taliyah"
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 "Taliyah"
"Taliyah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6782nd of 27321 | 178 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 803rd of 35406 | 5,167 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 962nd of 30306 | 3,350 |
Regional Popularity of "Taliyah" 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 "Taliyah" 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) |
83.23% 3067th/3685 |
61.39% 2747th/4475 |
94.19% 4892nd/5194 |
93.73% 5921st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
17.94% 822nd/4582 |
17.62% 910th/5164 |
8.19% 599th/7313 |
18.88% 1409th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
24.92% 993rd/3984 |
31.00% 1391st/4487 |
9.98% 681st/6822 |
24.68% 1549th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Taliyah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Taliyah" 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.