Tysen
Tysen is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Firebrand or son of Dye; modern variant of Tyson.
Origin and history
Tysen is a contemporary spelling variant of Tyson, which originated as an English surname derived from a nickname or the Old French word 'tison' (firebrand). It has been continuously used as a masculine given name in the United States, maintaining a modest but steady presence. The name offers a modern, phonetic twist on a traditional surname-turned-first-name.
Popularity in the United States
1,668 babies in the United States have been named Tysen since 1880. It ranks #3108 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1770.
States where it is most popular
- UT (14.6 %)
- CA (13.4 %)
- MN (10.1 %)
- IL (9.3 %)
- WA (8.9 %)
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 | 49 |
| 1980-1990 | 144 |
| 1990-2000 | 140 |
| 2000-2010 | 645 |
| 2010-2019 | 533 |
| 2020-2029 | 157 |
Fun facts
- Like many modern given names, Tysen derives from a traditional surname that originally described a fiery or high-spirited person.
- The 'y-e-n' ending offers a contemporary alternative to the classical 'o-n' spelling of Tyson.