Tyre
Tyre is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Rock, sharp cliff, or strength.
Origin and history
Tyre is a place name referring to the ancient maritime Phoenician city, derived from a word meaning rock or cliff. It appears in Biblical history and literature as a prominent Mediterranean trading hub. In modern U.S. usage, it is a rare male name often chosen for its sharp, single-syllable sound.
Popularity in the United States
2,119 babies in the United States have been named Tyre since 1880. It ranks #2803 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1849.
States where it is most popular
- FL (25 %)
- NC (13.8 %)
- GA (13 %)
- NY (11.8 %)
- CA (8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 35 |
| 1920-1930 | 25 |
| 1930-1940 | 22 |
| 1940-1950 | 18 |
| 1950-1960 | 25 |
| 1960-1970 | 51 |
| 1970-1980 | 155 |
| 1980-1990 | 250 |
| 1990-2000 | 744 |
| 2000-2010 | 515 |
| 2010-2019 | 201 |
| 2020-2029 | 78 |
Fun facts
- The name originates from the ancient Phoenician city of Tyre, known historically for its purple dye trade.
- The name traces back to the Semitic word 'Ṣūr', which literally translates to a rocky formation or cliff.