Talmage
Talmage is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Knapsack or bag-bearer.
Origin and history
Talmage is an English name of Old French origin, originally derived from a surname meaning 'knapsack' or 'baggage'. Historically used as a given name in the United States, it has a long-standing but rare presence in American records. It carries an understated vintage charm with a surname-as-first-name feel.
Popularity in the United States
2,281 babies in the United States have been named Talmage since 1880. It ranks #2710 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1871.
States where it is most popular
- UT (42.7 %)
- NC (15.8 %)
- AL (13.8 %)
- MS (8.4 %)
- KY (6.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 26 |
| 1890-1900 | 62 |
| 1900-1910 | 32 |
| 1910-1920 | 291 |
| 1920-1930 | 419 |
| 1930-1940 | 292 |
| 1940-1950 | 192 |
| 1950-1960 | 128 |
| 1960-1970 | 86 |
| 1970-1980 | 60 |
| 1980-1990 | 77 |
| 1990-2000 | 90 |
| 2000-2010 | 242 |
| 2010-2019 | 228 |
| 2020-2029 | 56 |
Famous people named Talmage
- Talmage Cooley: Filmmaker, Entrepreneur
Fun facts
- Derived from the Old French word 'talemache', referring to a knapsack or wallet.
- While never a top-ranking name, Talmage has maintained a continuous presence in U.S. birth records since the 19th century.