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Talal Name

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Meaning, origin, and cultural context at a glance. Last updated: 2026-06-29.

Arabic
Male
Rare
Neutral
Meaning

Admirable pleasantness of beautiful form

Description

Talal derives from the Arabic root meaning to be admirable pleasant or beautiful in form.

The name signifies a person who is agreeable pleasant and beautiful in both character and appearance.

It is used across the Arab world particularly in the Gulf states and the Levant.

History

The root talala in Arabic relates to beauty pleasantness and admiration.

The name has been used in Arabic naming traditions for centuries.

It was borne by Talal ibn Abdullah a king of Jordan in the mid-twentieth century adding modern royal prestige.

The name was used across various social classes and regions of the Arab world.

Its meaning of pleasant beauty resonated with Arabic aesthetic values.

The name appears in classical Arabic poetry and literature.

In modern times Talal remains used across Arabic-speaking countries.

The names positive meaning and its royal associations have sustained its usage.

It is particularly common in Jordan and the Gulf states.

Variants

Tallal
Talall

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Behind the Name

etymology

Wiktionary - Arabic

linguistic reference

Oxford Reference - Arabic Names

linguistic reference