Tallon: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: t-ahll-ohn
Origin: Scotland
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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: Destroy

The name Tallon is a masculine name with diverse origins. It is believed to have derived from an Old Norman and Gaelic surname, meaning 'destroy. 'Alternatively, it is an English, Irish-Norman, and French variant of a Germanic given name, also derived from the term *tal*, meaning 'destroy. 'Historically, it may have originated as a diminutive of the name containing the prefix tal or as an independent name. Additionally, it could be a nickname for a runner or someone with a misshapen heel, derived from the Old French term talon, which means 'heel. 'The name has been used both as a given name and a surname, with various spelling variations including Tallan, and Talan. This name has appeared in fictional works, such as in crime mystery novels and video games, adding to its timeless appeal.

Tallon Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Tallon is currently #7880 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Tallon is currently #3429 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Tallon is currently #3869 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Tallon is currently #1709 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names

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