Talmage
Old English · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Talmage
Talmage derives from Old English elements "tal" (meaning tall) and "mæg" (meaning kinsman or relative), literally meaning "tall kinsman." The name has primarily been used in English-speaking Protestant communities, with notable usage among members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, particularly in 19th and 20th century America.
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Etymology
Talmage derives from Old English elements "tal" (meaning tall) and "mæg" (meaning kinsman or relative), literally meaning "tall kinsman." The name has primarily been used in English-speaking Protestant communities, with notable usage among members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, particularly in 19th and 20th century America.
Talmage currently ranks #6,787 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1922.
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