Tyler
Tyler is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Tile maker or tile layer.
Origin and history
Tyler originated as an Old English occupational surname referring to a maker or layer of tiles. It transitioned into a popular given name in the United States during the late 20th century. It remains a well-known classic modern name for boys.
Popularity in the United States
603,970 babies in the United States have been named Tyler since 1880. It ranks #54 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #171.
States where it is most popular
- CA (8.9 %)
- TX (5.2 %)
- OH (5.2 %)
- NY (5.1 %)
- PA (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 24 |
| 1890-1900 | 26 |
| 1900-1910 | 40 |
| 1910-1920 | 203 |
| 1920-1930 | 254 |
| 1930-1940 | 234 |
| 1940-1950 | 492 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,132 |
| 1960-1970 | 3,168 |
| 1970-1980 | 11,536 |
| 1980-1990 | 86,451 |
| 1990-2000 | 262,320 |
| 2000-2010 | 165,587 |
| 2010-2019 | 59,369 |
| 2020-2029 | 13,134 |
Famous people named Tyler
- Tyler Perry: actor, director
- Tyler, The Creator: rapper, producer
- Tyler Lockett: athlete
Nicknames
Ty
Fun facts
- Derived from the Middle English word 'tyler', describing someone who tiles roofs or floors.
- Tyler surged in use during the late 1980s and 1990s, spending several years in the top 10 U.S. boys' names.