| Meaning | headland, brow |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Ta-lan |
About Talan
Modern sensibility meets timeless appeal in this increasingly popular yet still distinctive choice. The name strikes an excellent balance between familiar phonetics and unique spelling, making it both accessible and memorable. Parents appreciate how it sounds strong without being harsh, contemporary without feeling trendy. The two-syllable structure provides substance while remaining easy to say and spell. It works beautifully across different cultural contexts, never feeling locked into a single tradition or region. The name has a certain youthful energy that translates well from childhood through adult years. It pairs effectively with both traditional and modern middle names, offering flexibility in creating a complete name. For families wanting something that feels current but won't seem dated in twenty years, this hits the mark perfectly. The rising popularity suggests others recognize its appeal, yet it remains far from overused in most areas.
Nicknames for Talan
| Tal |
| Lan |
| TJ |
| Tally |
Famous People Named Talan
| Talan Torriero | American actor and reality TV star |
| Talan Gwynek | Historian and genealogist |
| Talan Skeels-Piggins | British motorcycle racer |
| Talan Hall | American singer and songwriter |
| Talan Bryant | Australian rugby player |
| Talan Schoeman | South African artist |
| Talan Pszydrowski | Polish film director |
| Talan Denisov | Russian ice hockey player |
| Talan Lang | American classical guitarist |
| Talan Race | Canadian speed skater |
| Talan Farra | Syrian footballer |
| Talan Chleborad | American baseball player |
| Talan Selvey | British boxer |
| Talan Sanford | American composer and conductor |
| Talan Koech | Kenyan long-distance runner |
| Talan Lagoe | American writer and journalist |
| Talan Hullinger | American entrepreneur |
| Talan Congdon | New Zealand cricketer |
| Talan Kaya | Turkish martial artist |
Characters Named Talan
| Talan Voran | Character from a fantasy novel series |
| Talan Rook | Space explorer from a science fiction story |
| Talan Blackwood | Wizard character in a fantasy epic |
| Talan Swiftblade | Elven warrior from a fantasy realm |
| Talan Silvercrest | Noble knight from a medieval-themed tale |
| Talan Stormrage | Magical protagonist from a fantasy book |
| Talan Thornhart | Swashbuckling hero from an adventure story |
| Talan Darkthorn | Mysterious character from a gothic fantasy |
| Talan Ironheart | Dwarven warrior from a mythical saga |
| Talan Frostwind | Ice-wielding mage from a fantasy world |
| Talan Skyweaver | Aerial explorer from a steampunk narrative |
| Talan Shadowstrike | Rogue assassin from a dark fantasy |
| Talan Firebrand | Legendary hero from a high-fantasy legend |
| Talan Moonshadow | Enigmatic figure from an enchanted story |
| Talan Brighteyes | Young hero from a coming-of-age fantasy |
| Talan Stormrider | Seafaring adventurer from a pirate tale |
| Talan Emberkin | Elemental sorcerer from a magical realm |
| Talan Thornbloom | Nature-loving character from a fairy tale |
| Talan Starborne | Cosmic traveler from a futuristic fable |
| Talan Dreamweaver | Dream-walking protagonist from a whimsical story |