Talon

The name Talon comes from English and means 'the claw'. Its roots lie in the Old French word talon, which means 'heel', as well as in the Latin talus, which means 'heel' or 'ankle'.

What does the name Talon mean?

Talon, a name commonly used in English, means 'the claw'. The origin of the name can be traced back to the Old French talon, which means 'heel', as well as the Latin talus for 'heel, ankle'. In English-speaking regions, Talon is familiar, but it is not a particularly common first name overall.

Where does the name Talon come from?

The first name Talon has its roots in English and Latin and carries the meaning 'the claw'. The etymological components are talus (Latin) for 'heel, ankle' and talon (Old French) for 'heel' as well as talon (English) for 'claw'. The language of the name is English.

How do you pronounce Talon?

Talon is pronounced like 'Tä-lon'.

Popularity

In Germany, Talon is a common first name. In 2022, it reached 3,813th place on the list of the most common male first names, while it had its best ranking in 2011 at 2,275th place. Over the last ten years, Talon has been given about 20 times, placing it at 5,784th during that period. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 5,432nd. The international popularity of Talon is reflected in its recent rankings in various countries.

Nicknames & pet names

Ta / Tali / Talle

Famous people

• Talon (character) (character in the series Inspector Gadget)
• Talon (game character) (character from the game League of Legends)
• Zoé Talon (Comtesse du Cayla, 1785-1852) mistress and confidante of French King Louis XVIII.