Tyler
Tyler is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Tiler or layer of tiles.
Origin and history
Tyler originated as an Old French and Middle English occupational surname for a tiler or roof maker. Although historically more common for boys, it gained popularity as a given name for girls in the United States starting in the late 20th century. Today, it remains a recognizable gender-neutral choice with classic occupational roots.
Popularity in the United States
17,523 babies in the United States have been named Tyler since 1880. It ranks #1153 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1345.
States where it is most popular
- CA (14.1 %)
- TX (9.6 %)
- NY (6.3 %)
- FL (5.6 %)
- GA (4.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 22 |
| 1960-1970 | 107 |
| 1970-1980 | 339 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,787 |
| 1990-2000 | 8,417 |
| 2000-2010 | 4,279 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,783 |
| 2020-2029 | 784 |
Famous people named Tyler
- Tyler Garcia Hill: Reality Television Personality
Nicknames
Ty
Fun facts
- Derived from the Old French 'tieuler' or Middle English 'tyler', referring to someone who makes or lays tiles.
- While predominantly used for males, Tyler gained significant traction as a feminine given name in the U.S. during the 1980s and 1990s.