Talon
Talon: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Talon
Root meaning: “heel”
- A male given name from English of modern usage.
Etymology
The surname derives from Old French talon (“heel”) as a nickname for a deformity, or for a swift runner; also diminutive of Talbot and Talleyrand. The modern given name is associated with English talon.
How popular is Talon?
Since 1880, 542 girls and 12,497 boys in the U.S. have been named Talon (4% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4298 in 1999. Its highest rank for boys was #426 in 2006. In 2025, 182 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Talon FAQ
What does the name Talon mean?
Talon traces back to a root meaning "heel". A male given name from English of modern usage. The surname derives from Old French talon (“heel”) as a nickname for a deformity, or for a swift runner; also diminutive of Talbot and Talleyrand. The modern given name is associated with English talon.
What is the origin of the name Talon?
Talon is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Talon?
Since 1880, 542 girls and 12,497 boys in the U.S. have been named Talon (4% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4298 in 1999. Its highest rank for boys was #426 in 2006. In 2025, 182 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Talon a boy or girl name?
Talon is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 542 girls and 12,497 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.