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UK girl's name

Talisa

An invented name derived from the Greek words talis meaning "tender" and sa meaning "birth".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Talisa is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Talisa popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5581, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2011, with 9 births.

This profile covers 56 England and Wales registrations across 12 recorded years from 1996 to 2021. 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 33% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 56 living people in the UK are called Talisa. 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 2022 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Talisa ranked #5581 for girls in England and Wales in 2021, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2011, when 9 girls were registered as Talisa.
  • About 56 living people in the UK are estimated to have Talisa as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5581

2021

Births in 2021

3

Latest year

Peak year

2011

9 births

Estimated living

56

2026

Meaning

What does Talisa mean?

The name Talisa is believed to be of Arabic origin, derived from the word "talisah," which means "enchantress" or "charming woman." It is a relatively modern name that gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the Western world.

The earliest recorded use of the name Talisa dates back to the late 19th century, although it was not widely used until the mid-20th century. One of the earliest known individuals with the name Talisa was Talisa Soto, an American actress and model born in 1967. She is best known for her roles in films such as "Mortal Kombat" and "Spy Kids."

Another notable figure with the name Talisa was Talisa Soto Briding, an American singer and songwriter born in 1975. She was a member of the girl group Eden's Crush and later pursued a solo career. In the realm of literature, Talisa was the name of a character in the popular HBO series "Game of Thrones," based on the novels by George R.R. Martin.

While the name Talisa is not directly referenced in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its Arabic roots suggest a connection to the rich cultural heritage of the Middle East. The name's meaning, "enchantress" or "charming woman," reflects the region's appreciation for beauty and grace.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Talisa. Talisa Soto, the American actress mentioned earlier, was born in 1967 and is still active in the entertainment industry. Talisa Soto Briding, the singer, was born in 1975 and has released several albums and singles.

Another individual with the name Talisa is Talisa Trevigne, an American singer and songwriter born in 1986. She has collaborated with various artists and released her debut album in 2012. Talisa Garcia, an American actress and model born in 1985, has appeared in numerous television shows and films.

Lastly, Talisa Lestari is an Indonesian singer and actress born in 1988. She has released several albums and has also acted in several Indonesian films and television series.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Talisa over time

The chart below shows babies named Talisa registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2021. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Talisa, the clearest high point is 2011. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2021, compared with 9 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Talisa
02579199620082021

Decades

Talisa by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Talisa 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 #5581 3 1
2010s #3561 20 3
2000s #3702 22 5
1990s #3400 11 3

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FAQ

Talisa: questions and answers

How popular is the name Talisa in the UK right now?

In 2021, Talisa was ranked #5581 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Talisa most popular?

The peak year on record was 2011, with 9 babies registered as Talisa in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Talisa?

An invented name derived from the Greek words talis meaning "tender" and sa meaning "birth".

How many people are called Talisa in the UK?

A total of 56 babies have been registered as Talisa across the 12 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.