Tal
Tal is a Jewish unisex name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Dew”.
| Meaning | Dew |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | טַל |
| Pronunciation | TAHL |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel |
Meaning and origin of Tal
Tal is the Hebrew word for dew, a precious source of moisture in the dry land of Israel and a recurring image of blessing in the Bible, as when Isaac blesses Jacob with 'the dew of heaven'. As a given name it is modern Israeli and is used for both boys and girls. Its shortness and soft sound helped it become one of the typical names of Israelis born from the 1970s onward.
Is Tal a Jewish name?
Tal is a Jewish name drawing on biblical imagery; a special prayer for dew, Tefillat Tal, is recited on the first day of Passover.
How popular is Tal?
Common in Israel for both genders; rare outside Israeli and Jewish communities.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tal mean?
Tal means 'Dew'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Tal a Jewish name?
Tal is a Jewish name drawing on biblical imagery; a special prayer for dew, Tefillat Tal, is recited on the first day of Passover.
How do you pronounce Tal?
Tal is pronounced TAHL.
Is Tal a boy or girl name?
Tal is used for both boys and girls.