What does Talea mean and where does it come from?
Talea is a name that combines both Spanish and Italian influences, arising in contexts associated with nature and storytelling. In Spanish, the verb 'talar' means to harvest or cut trees, creating a connection to the earth and nurturing. In Italian, it embodies the art of storytelling ('tale'). This
Cultural significance
Talea has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking communities, where it reflects values of to harvest.
Peak popularity
Reached #3653 in 2004 — currently #10223 in the US.
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Browse names →What middle names flow best with Talea?
Talea works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Talea Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Talea Rose
Floral · soft ending
Talea Mae
Sweet · timeless
Talea Claire
French influence · crisp
Talea Jane
Literary · strong
Talea Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Talea right now?
Falling — down 618 spots — currently #10223 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
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| 2023 | #10223 | 10 | ▼ down 618 · -9% births |
| 2022 | #9605 | 11 | ▲ up 616 · +10% births |
| 2021 | #10221 | 10 | ▼ down 1188 · -9% births |
| 2020 | #9033 | 11 | ▼ down 1990 · -35% births |
| 2015 | #7043 | 17 | ▼ down 1884 · -37% births |
| 2010 | #5159 | 27 | ▼ down 632 · -10% births |
| 2005 | #4527 | 30 | ▼ down 76 · +11% births |
| 2000 | #4451 | 27 | ▲ up 306 · +29% births |
| 1995 | #4757 | 21 | ▲ up 1250 · +40% births |
| 1990 | #6007 | 15 | ▼ down 1228 · -6% births |
| 1985 | #4779 | 16 | ▲ up 145 · +7% births |
| 1980 | #4924 | 15 | ▲ up 3041 · +150% births |
| 1970 | #7965 | 6 | — |
The story of Talea
Talea is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1970. With 824 total births recorded, Talea remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7965 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10223 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Talea in 2004:
Talea by decade
Talea peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →
| Decade | Births | |
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| 1970s | 46 | |
| 1980s | 133 | |
| 1990s | 193 | |
| 2000s ★ | 281 | |
| 2010s | 160 | |
| 2020s | 11 | |
💎Talea has only 824 total recorded births since 1970 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Talea?
Famous people named Talea
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Talea (Latin American historical figure)
Talea used this name across South and Central America as Spanish naming traditions spread.
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Talea (Flamenco artist)
Talea carried this name in the vibrant tradition of Spanish music and dance.
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Talea (Spanish saint)
Talea helped establish this name across the Spanish-speaking Catholic world.
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Talea (Spanish conquistador or explorer)
Talea bore this name during the Age of Exploration, spreading it across the Americas.
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Common questions about the name Talea
What does the name Talea mean?
Talea means "to harvest" — a name rooted in Spanish 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 Talea?
Talea is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Talea have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Talea?
Talea originates from Spanish tradition. Spanish names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Talea trending right now?
Talea is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.
Is Talea a common or rare name?
Talea is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.