UK boy's name
Talhah
A masculine Arabic name meaning "planted", "to be verdant or flourishing".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Talhah is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Talhah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3688, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2005, with 22 births.
This profile covers 249 England and Wales registrations across 27 recorded years from 1996 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, 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 23% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 247 living people in the UK are called Talhah. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Talhah ranked #3688 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2005, when 22 boys were registered as Talhah.
- • About 247 living people in the UK are estimated to have Talhah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3688
2024
Births in 2024
5
Latest year
Peak year
2005
22 births
Estimated living
247
2026
Meaning
What does Talhah mean?
The name Talhah has its origins in the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the Arabic root word "talaha," which means to be bright, cheerful, or radiant. The name Talhah can be traced back to ancient times and is believed to have been in use among Arab tribes since pre-Islamic era.
In Islamic history, Talhah was the name of one of the most prominent companions of the Prophet Muhammad. Talhah ibn Ubaidullah (594-656 CE) was among the first to embrace Islam and was known for his courage, generosity, and unwavering loyalty to the Prophet. He played a crucial role in many significant battles during the early Islamic era and is highly revered in Muslim tradition.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Talhah can be found in the Quran, the sacred text of Islam. The name is mentioned in reference to Talhah ibn Ubaidullah, who is praised for his virtues and steadfastness.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Talhah. One such individual was Talhah al-Nabulsi (1677-1741), a renowned Syrian scholar, and poet who made significant contributions to Islamic literature and theology.
Another prominent figure was Talhah ibn Tahir (809-844), a Persian military commander and governor during the Abbasid Caliphate. He played a crucial role in suppressing revolts and consolidating the Abbasid rule in various regions.
In the modern era, Talhah Pasha (1872-1944) was an Ottoman statesman and military officer who served as the Minister of War during World War I. He played a pivotal role in the Ottoman Empire's efforts during the conflict.
Talhah Noor (1909-1980) was a renowned Indian freedom fighter and politician who actively participated in the struggle for India's independence from British rule. He later served as a member of the Constituent Assembly of India.
Talhah Ahmadov (1957-2014) was an Azerbaijani filmmaker and screenwriter who gained recognition for his contributions to the Azerbaijani cinema and his thought-provoking works exploring social and political themes.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Talhah over time
The chart below shows babies named Talhah registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Talhah, the clearest high point is 2005. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2024, compared with 22 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Talhah by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Talhah 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 | #4227 | 12 | 3 |
| 2010s | #3378 | 58 | 10 |
| 2000s | #1319 | 144 | 10 |
| 1990s | #1390 | 35 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Talhah
- Thomas 160,894
- Tyler 42,147
- Theo 40,594
- Toby 32,482
- Theodore 30,211
- Tommy 25,300
- Teddy 20,781
- Taylor 14,354
- Tobias 13,102
- Tom 9,822
- Tristan 9,171
- Timothy 6,200
FAQ
Talhah: questions and answers
How popular is the name Talhah in the UK right now?
In 2024, Talhah was ranked #3688 for boys in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Talhah most popular?
The peak year on record was 2005, with 22 babies registered as Talhah in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Talhah?
A masculine Arabic name meaning "planted", "to be verdant or flourishing".
How many people are called Talhah in the UK?
A total of 249 babies have been registered as Talhah across the 27 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
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.