Talayah

“Talayah is a modern American name with Hebrew roots”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#2841US 2023

60Births / yr

↑Rising

767All-time births

📅 Since 198500

How to pronounce Talayah

TAH·LEYE·AH

/ˈtɑ.ˈlaɪ.ˈɑ/ · stress on TAH · 3 syllables

“Talayah is a modern American name with Hebrew roots”

American origin · Girl name

What does Talayah mean and where does it come from?

Talayah is a modern American name with Hebrew roots. The name suggests a refreshing quality, symbolizing clarity and purity akin to morning dew. It is a relatively rare name yet holds significant cultural and spiritual significance in Hebrew traditions. It has found its place in contemporary society

Cultural significance

Talayah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hebrew.

Peak popularity

Reached #3142 in 2019 — currently #2841 in the US.

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How else can you spell Talayah?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Taleiah

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Talayah?

Talayah works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Talayah Grace

How popular is Talayah right now?

Rising fast — up 469 spots — currently #2841 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#2841 · Top 2.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#2841	60	▲ up 469 · +22% births
2022	#3310	49	▼ down 388 · -16% births
2021	#2922	58	▲ up 1088 · +66% births
2020	#4010	35	▼ down 642 · -27% births
2015	#3368	48	▲ up 1556 · +66% births
2010	#4924	29	▲ up 804 · +32% births
2005	#5728	22	▲ up 6747 · +214% births
2000	#12475	7	▲ up 2113 · +40% births
1995	#14588	5	▼ down 2117
1985	#12471	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Talayah

Best Year2023Rank #2841

Peak Count60

Average Rank#6664

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1985 - 202310 years

The story of Talayah

Talayah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1985. With 767 total births recorded, Talayah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12471 in 1985 to #2841 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Talayah in 2019:

Olivia Emma Ava Sophia Isabella

Talayah by decade

Talayah peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	5
1990s	40
2000s	273
2010s ★	414
2020s	35

💎Talayah has only 767 total recorded births since 1985 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Talayah?

Common

TalTalieTalyAyah

What names sound and feel like Talayah?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Talayah also consider these

Taleyah

American · Morning dew

American · Tavayah is a

Zalayah

American · English

Alayah

American · Exalted, noble, or

Valayah

American · To be strong,

Common questions about the name Talayah

What does the name Talayah mean?

Talayah means "Hebrew" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Talayah?

Talayah is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Talayah have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Talayah?

Talayah originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Talayah?

Talayah is a three-syllable name pronounced T AA1 L AY1 AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Talayah?

Talayah pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.