A bird of prey
Derived from the English word for the bird of prey, which ultimately comes from the Late Latin 'falco'. The name refers to the bird's curved talons and is associated with speed, keen vision, and the ancient sport of falconry.
Less common today
Falcon isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,679 in 2020.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A superhero and member of the Avengers · Marvel Comics
The titular family estate and name of the main character's legacy · Falcon Crest
