UK girl's name
Taleah
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly meaning "dew from heaven".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Taleah is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Taleah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4709, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 8 births.
This profile covers 102 England and Wales registrations across 20 recorded years from 1996 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales and NRS Scotland, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 50% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 104 living people in the UK are called Taleah. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Taleah ranked #4709 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2010, when 8 girls were registered as Taleah.
- • Taleah ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #810 in 2011.
- • About 104 living people in the UK are estimated to have Taleah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4709
2023
Births in 2023
4
Latest year
Peak year
2010
8 births
Estimated living
104
2026
Meaning
What does Taleah mean?
The name Taleah is a relatively modern invention, with its origins rooted in the late 20th century. It is believed to be a combination of the Hebrew name Talia, meaning "dew from heaven," and the English name Leah, derived from the Hebrew word "le'ah," meaning "weary." The blending of these two names creates a unique and melodic moniker that has gained popularity in recent decades.
While the name itself may not have a long and storied history, its components carry rich cultural and linguistic significance. The Hebrew name Talia has been used for centuries, appearing in ancient texts and religious scriptures. Similarly, the name Leah has biblical roots, being one of the wives of the patriarch Jacob in the Book of Genesis.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Taleah was Taleah Kaye Goldsmith, an American actress born in 1977. Although not widely known, she appeared in several television shows and films throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Another notable figure bearing the name is Taleah Barnett, an Australian soccer player who represented her country in the 2007 FIFA Women's World Cup. Born in 1982, she played as a defender for various clubs in Australia and the United States.
In the field of literature, Taleah Calloway is an American author known for her young adult novels. Her works, such as "The Darkest of Secrets" and "Twisted Fate," explore themes of mystery, suspense, and self-discovery.
Moving to the realm of music, Taleah Courtice is a Canadian singer-songwriter born in 1987. She has released several albums, including "Stories from the Blue Room" and "Honest Heart," showcasing her soulful and introspective style.
Lastly, Taleah Wilson is a British businesswoman and entrepreneur who co-founded the luxury fashion brand "Taleah Wilson Clothing" in the early 2010s. Her designs have been worn by numerous celebrities and have gained recognition in the fashion industry.
While the name Taleah may not boast a long and illustrious history, its unique blend of cultural influences and growing popularity have allowed it to leave its mark across various fields and disciplines. As a relatively modern name, its legacy is still being written, with the potential for future generations to contribute to its rich tapestry.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Taleah over time
The chart below shows babies named Taleah registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Taleah, the clearest high point is 2010. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2023, compared with 8 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Taleah by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Taleah was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4971 | 11 | 3 |
| 2010s | #3753 | 54 | 9 |
| 2000s | #3645 | 34 | 7 |
| 1990s | #3795 | 3 | 1 |
Geography
Where Taleah is most common
The bars show the latest published local birth counts for Taleah. They are useful for spotting where the name is showing up in real numbers, while the rank beside each bar shows how strongly it performs inside that region.
Taleah ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #810 in 2011.
Across the UK
Taleah in Scotland and Northern Ireland
Scotland (NRS)
#810 in 2011
1 years of NRS records, 3 total registered
Related
Names similar to Taleah
- Tia 15,569
- Thea 12,888
- Tilly 11,524
- Taylor 7,401
- Tegan 6,583
- Tabitha 6,462
- Talia 5,198
- Tara 5,114
- Tiffany 4,653
- Tallulah 4,442
- Tiana 3,570
- Tamara 3,405
FAQ
Taleah: questions and answers
How popular is the name Taleah in the UK right now?
In 2023, Taleah was ranked #4709 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Taleah most popular?
The peak year on record was 2010, with 8 babies registered as Taleah in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Taleah?
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly meaning "dew from heaven".
How many people are called Taleah in the UK?
A total of 102 babies have been registered as Taleah across the 20 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here, plus 3 more in Scotland.
Where is Taleah most common?
In the latest published local rankings, Taleah ranks best in Scotland, where it placed #810 in 2011. The regional bars on this page use birth counts, so they also reflect the size of each region.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.