Tally
- Pronunciation
- [Ta-lly]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Surname.
- Origin
- Irish
Tally Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 137 baby boys have been named Tally. The name peaked in 1975 with 15 US births that year (rank #2742).
Other Irish-Origin Names Like Tally
If you like Tally's Irish origin, consider these related names: Abban, Abiageal, Abracham, Adare, Addergoole. Browse all Irish names →
5-Letter Names Starting with T
Names with Tally's exact length and starting letter: Taavi, Taban, Taber, Tabia, Tabor.
Quick Facts About Tally
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