Tal

Tal: name meaning, origin and popularity

Unisex nameHebrew origin

Meaning and origin of Tal

  • A male given name from Hebrew.

Etymology

Borrowed from Hebrew טַל (tal, “dew”).

How popular is Tal?

16U.S. babies in 2025
#815peak rank (1963)
1,813babies since 1880

Since 1880, 548 girls and 1,265 boys in the U.S. have been named Tal (30% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4233 in 1989. Its highest rank for boys was #815 in 1963. In 2025, 16 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Tal FAQ

What does the name Tal mean?

A male given name from Hebrew. Borrowed from Hebrew טַל (tal, “dew”).

What is the origin of the name Tal?

Tal is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.

How popular is the name Tal?

Since 1880, 548 girls and 1,265 boys in the U.S. have been named Tal (30% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4233 in 1989. Its highest rank for boys was #815 in 1963. In 2025, 16 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Tal a boy or girl name?

Tal is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (548 girls and 1,265 boys since 1880).

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.