Tyreke
Tyreke is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern invention, possibly derived from Tyree meaning 'from the land of wood'.
Origin and history
Tyreke is a modern American name created in the late 20th century. It likely arose as a blend of the prefix 'Ty-' with the name Tyree or sounds from names like Tarik and Tyreese. It gained popularity in the United States primarily in the late 1990s.
Popularity in the United States
1,442 babies in the United States have been named Tyreke since 1880. It ranks #3283 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1842.
States where it is most popular
- NY (16.1 %)
- FL (14.9 %)
- GA (9.9 %)
- LA (9.5 %)
- SC (8.8 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 28 |
| 1990-2000 | 488 |
| 2000-2010 | 634 |
| 2010-2019 | 207 |
| 2020-2029 | 85 |
Famous people named Tyreke
- Tyreke Evans: Basketball Player
- Tyreke Hill: Football Player
Nicknames
Ty, Reke
Fun facts
- Tyreke emerged in American baby name records during the late 20th century, following a trend of names starting with 'Ty-'.
- The name has achieved visibility in American professional sports through high-profile athletes.