Boy Name · English Origin
Talmadge
Talmadge is a boy baby name of English origin, meaning "Meat bag". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Talmadge often also consider Talmage.
Talmadge meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Meat bag
Origin: English naming roots help connect Talmadge to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Talmadge as T·A·L·M·A·D·G·E, with 8 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Talmadge is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Talmadge variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Talmadgea, Talmadgee, Talmadgey, Talmadg.
- Nicknames: Talm and T.
- Middle names: Pair Talmadge with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Talmadge middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Talmage, Talon, Tillman, Tilman, Tilmon — full picks on the sibling names for Talmadge guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Talmadge? Browse our names like Talmadge guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Talmadge
What does the name Talmadge mean?
Talmadge means "Meat bag" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Talmadge?
Talmadge originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Talmadge?
Talmadge has 8 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Talmadge a boy's or girl's name?
Talmadge is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Talmadge in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Talmadge sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Talmadge?
Names that share Talmadge's sound and style include Talmage, Talon, Tillman, Tilman, Tilmon.
What middle names pair well with Talmadge?
Good middle-name fits for Talmadge pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Talmadge is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Talmadge is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Talmadge?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Talmadge share its rhythm without rhyming — Talmage, Talon, Tillman all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.