Tynan: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: tyn-ahn
Origin: Scotland
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: Descendant of teimhne

The name Tynan is of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic surname Ó Teimhneáin, meaning "descendant of Teimhneán, " which is likely a diminutive form of the Old Irish term teimhean, meaning "dark. " Over time, the name has undergone various spelling variations, including Tinan, and Tynon. It is typically associated with baby boys and has been used as both a surname and a given name. The name Tynan has remained an appealing choice due to its simplicity and Irish heritage.

Tynan Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Tynan is currently #18153 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Tynan is currently #7792 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Tynan is currently #8832 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Tynan is currently #3842 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names

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