Tyran
Tyran is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Sovereign, ruler, or modern elaboration of Tyrone.
Origin and history
Tyran is a modern masculine name, likely created as a variant of names like Tyrone or Tyron, or influenced by prefix blends with 'Ty-'. It gained moderate popularity in the United States in the late 20th century. Today it remains a rare and distinctive choice for parents.
Popularity in the United States
2,279 babies in the United States have been named Tyran since 1880. It ranks #2712 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1812.
States where it is most popular
- LA (40.7 %)
- TX (18.9 %)
- IL (13.4 %)
- MS (3.7 %)
- NY (3.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 38 |
| 1960-1970 | 91 |
| 1970-1980 | 295 |
| 1980-1990 | 269 |
| 1990-2000 | 569 |
| 2000-2010 | 545 |
| 2010-2019 | 357 |
| 2020-2029 | 115 |
Famous people named Tyran
- Tyran Walker: Musician, Bass Guitarist
Nicknames
Ty
Fun facts
- Tyran developed in late 20th-century America alongside popular names beginning with 'Ty-', such as Tyler and Tyrone.
- Over 2,200 boys in the United States have been given the name Tyran since 1880.