Talon
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Leader, superiority
Origin: Irish
Popularity: Ranked #1181 in 2025 with 175 babies born.
History: Talon surged in the 2010s as a nature-power name. The bird of prey's claw suggests sharp strength. Talon represents the American love of names that project predatory power.
Similar names: tallon, taloni, taelon, taylon, tayloni, traylon, tajon, talan
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Talon? About 1 in 18,288 babies born in 2025 were named Talon, or roughly 0.5 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Talon
What does the name Talon mean?
Talon means “Leader, superiority” from Irish roots.
What is the origin of the name Talon?
Talon has Irish origin. The traditional meaning is “Leader, superiority”.
How popular is Talon?
Talon ranked #1176 in 2025 — given to 175 babies that year.
When was Talon most popular?
Talon peaked in 2006 with 661 babies registered that year.
Is Talon a boy or girl name?
Talon is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Talons in registered births are male.
Is the name Talon rising or falling in popularity?
Talon has risen 6887 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #8063 in 2020 to #1176 in 2025.
How long has Talon been recorded?
Talon appears in birth records across 51 years — from 1975 through 2025.