Talon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Talon is an Old French name meaning 'claw' or 'heel,' symbolizing strength and agility. It evolved from 'talon' in Old French to its current form in Modern English. The name does not have biblical relevance and gained popularity in the late 20th century. It is associated with bravery and has variants like Taly and Tal. Notable individuals with this name include athletes and musicians.
The name Talon is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Talon has been too falling for male in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling 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, 'Talon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5920th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1010th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 587th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 729th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9318th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6725th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8692nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Talon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Talon"
Pronunciation
/ˈtælən/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Talon derives from the Old French word 'talon,' meaning 'claw' or 'heel.' It originally referred to the sharp claws of birds of prey, symbolizing strength and agility.
Meaning
claw, heel
Language Evolution
Old French: talon, Middle English: taloun, Modern English: talon
Historical Usage
The name Talon began to gain popularity in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century, often associated with a sense of strength and ferocity.
Variants & Derivatives
Taly, Tal, Talonette
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Talon is perceived as a strong, unique name often associated with qualities like bravery and agility. It is sometimes used in modern fiction and media, enhancing its appeal.
Famous People
Talon W. K. Abell, American football player, Talon K. Harris, American musician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Talon"
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 "Talon"
"Talon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5920th of 10718 | 44 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1010th of 16616 | 1,596 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 587th of 24088 | 6,509 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 729th of 23106 | 4,170 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9318th of 27321 | 108 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6725th of 35406 | 280 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8692nd of 30306 | 147 |
Regional Popularity of "Talon" 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) |
30.15% 1111th/3685 |
37.88% 1695th/4475 |
26.34% 1368th/5194 |
12.05% 761st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
11.70% 536th/4582 |
18.13% 936th/5164 |
9.00% 658th/7313 |
6.08% 454th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
16.84% 671st/3984 |
23.07% 1035th/4487 |
11.05% 754th/6822 |
10.18% 639th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Talon" 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 "Talon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Talon" 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.