Tyler: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: te-e-le-hr
Origin: United Kingdom
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Europe
Meaning: Tile maker

The name Tyler has its origins in Old French and Middle English, derived from the words "tieuleor" and "tyler," which mean "tile maker" or "tile layer". It was initially an occupational name for someone who made or laid tiles, often associated with housebuilding. The name Tyler is gender-neutral, although it is predominantly male. Some famous people named Tyler include John Tyler, the United States President; Liv Tyler, an actress; and Tyler Hoechlin, an actor.

Tyler Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Tyler is currently #102 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Tyler is currently #102 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Tyler is currently #99 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Tyler is currently #99 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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Famous People Named Tyler

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Tyler, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Tyler Perry: Tyler Perry is an American actor, playwright, filmmaker, and comedian known for creating and performing as the character Madea.
  • Tyler Posey: Tyler Posey is an American actor and musician known for his role as Scott McCall on the television series "Teen Wolf."
  • Tyler The Creator: Tyler The Creator, born Tyler Gregory Okonma, is an American rapper, record producer, and music video director known for his solo work and for co-founding the music collective Odd Future.
  • Tyler Hoechlin: Tyler Hoechlin is an American actor known for his roles in "Teen Wolf," "Superman & Lois," and "Road to Perdition."
  • Tyler Joseph: Tyler Joseph is an American singer, songwriter, and musician known as the lead vocalist for the musical duo Twenty One Pilots.

 

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