gender neutral
Tyler
tile maker, maker of tiles
About Tyler
Solid, reliable, and universally recognized, Tyler represents naming security with broad appeal. This name has proven its staying power across decades, remaining consistently popular without becoming dated or oversaturated. Tyler suggests approachability and friendliness, the kind of person others naturally gravitate toward. It works seamlessly across all contexts—playground, classroom, boardroom, or social gathering. The name's straightforward nature eliminates spelling confusion and pronunciation difficulties, practical considerations that matter in daily life. Tyler carries a certain All-American quality, embodying values of honesty, hard work, and dependability. It's neither too formal nor too casual, occupying that comfortable middle ground that serves individuals well throughout their lives. The name suggests someone athletic and active, yet it doesn't pigeonhole children into specific interests or identities. Tyler provides a strong foundation without imposing heavy expectations, allowing children to define themselves while carrying a name that supports rather than overshadows their individual personalities and achievements.
Popularity of the Name Tyler
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #802 | ||||
| 1889 | #872 | ||||
| 1900 | #832 | ||||
| 1911 | #971 | ||||
| 1945 | #992 | ||||
| 1946 | #933 | ||||
| 1947 | #851 | ||||
| 1948 | #829 | ||||
| 1949 | #815 | ||||
| 1950 | #770 | ||||
| 1951 | #836 | ||||
| 1952 | #773 | ||||
| 1953 | #710 | ||||
| 1954 | #667 | ||||
| 1955 | #677 | ||||
| 1956 | #657 | ||||
| 1957 | #648 | ||||
| 1958 | #639 | ||||
| 1959 | #640 | ||||
| 1960 | #585 | ||||
| 1961 | #560 | ||||
| 1962 | #523 | ||||
| 1963 | #471 | ||||
| 1964 | #454 | ||||
| 1965 | #451 | ||||
| 1966 | #419 | ||||
| 1967 | #366 | ||||
| 1968 | #372 | ||||
| 1969 | #357 | ||||
| 1970 | #283 | ||||
| 1971 | #287 | ||||
| 1972 | #250 | ||||
| 1973 | #261 | ||||
| 1974 | #228 | ||||
| 1975 | #205 | ||||
| 1976 | #179 | ||||
| 1977 | #165 | ||||
| 1978 | #150 | ||||
| 1979 | #131 | ||||
| 1980 | #114 | ||||
| 1981 | #96 | ||||
| 1982 | #66 | ||||
| 1983 | #57 | ||||
| 1984 | #47 | #250 | |||
| 1985 | #43 | #139 | |||
| 1986 | #40 | #211 | |||
| 1987 | #39 | #144 | |||
| 1988 | #33 | #106 | |||
| 1989 | #30 | #116 | |||
| 1990 | #21 | #112 | |||
| 1991 | #16 | #72 | #14 | ||
| 1992 | #8 | #71 | #405 | #8 | |
| 1993 | #5 | #49 | #253 | #7 | |
| 1994 | #5 | #38 | #390 | #6 | |
| 1995 | #6 | #37 | #300 | #7 | |
| 1996 | #7 | #30 | #367 | #8 | |
| 1997 | #10 | #66 | #23 | #285 | #10 |
| 1998 | #8 | #63 | #40 | #228 | #10 |
| 1999 | #10 | #60 | #31 | #221 | #9 |
| 2000 | #10 | #53 | #40 | #187 | #11 |
| 2001 | #13 | #44 | #35 | #198 | #18 |
| 2002 | #14 | #40 | #32 | #211 | #20 |
| 2003 | #15 | #38 | #35 | #225 | #20 |
| 2004 | #16 | #37 | #34 | #190 | #21 |
| 2005 | #16 | #33 | #32 | #151 | #28 |
| 2006 | #18 | #29 | #28 | #172 | #30 |
| 2007 | #21 | #28 | #29 | #128 | #34 |
| 2008 | #28 | #30 | #27 | #147 | #39 |
| 2009 | #28 | #33 | #24 | #130 | #42 |
| 2010 | #34 | #32 | #20 | #81 | #38 |
| 2011 | #38 | #30 | #29 | #65 | #42 |
| 2012 | #50 | #18 | #24 | #45 | #48 |
| 2013 | #63 | #34 | #33 | #67 | #55 |
| 2014 | #72 | #48 | #45 | #75 | #69 |
| 2015 | #81 | #68 | #48 | #81 | #73 |
| 2016 | #91 | #81 | #50 | #76 | #86 |
| 2017 | #105 | #97 | #80 | #98 | #92 |
| 2018 | #119 | #103 | #67 | #96 | #121 |
| 2019 | #127 | #121 | #77 | #121 | #135 |
| 2020 | #130 | #139 | #108 | #138 | #118 |
| 2021 | #157 | #156 | #95 | #157 | #127 |
| 2022 | #163 | #166 | #130 | #127 | #156 |
| 2023 | #177 | #197 | #133 | #157 | #151 |
| 2024 | #191 | #206 | #119 | #170 | #163 |
| 2025 | #220 | #264 | #149 | #198 | #237 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Tyler
Names Similar to Tyler
Nicknames for Tyler
- Ty
- Tye
- Tyty
- Tylie
- Tiler
Famous People Named Tyler
| Tyler Perry | American actor, writer, producer, and director |
| Tyler, The Creator | American rapper, singer, and producer |
| Tyler Hoechlin | American actor |
| Tyler Blackburn | American actor and singer |
| Tyler Posey | American actor and musician |
| Tyler Oakley | American YouTube personality and LGBTQ+ advocate |
| Tyler Seguin | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Tyler Johnson | American professional basketball player |
| Tyler Labine | Canadian actor |
| Tyler Hubbard | American country singer - Florida Georgia Line |
| Tyler Florence | American celebrity chef and TV personality |
| Tyler James Williams | American actor and singer |
| Tyler Joseph | American musician - Twenty One Pilots |
| Tyler Skaggs | American professional baseball player |
| Tyler Hansbrough | American former professional basketball player |
| Tyler Mane | Canadian actor and former professional wrestler |
| Tyler Baltierra | American reality TV personality |
| Tyler Christopher | American actor |
| Tyler Ennis | Canadian professional basketball player |
| Tyler Hamilton | American former professional cyclist |
Characters Named Tyler
| Tyler Durden | "Fight Club" by Chuck Palahniuk |
| Tyler Lockwood | "The Vampire Diaries" by L.J. Smith |
| Tyler Gage | "Step Up" film series |
| Tyler Evans | "V" TV series |
| Tyler Down | "13 Reasons Why" TV series |
| Tyler Posey | "Teen Wolf" TV series |
| Tyler Corbett | "Friday Night Lights" TV series |
| Tyler Case | "The X-Files" TV series |
| Tyler Hawkins | "Garden State" film |
| Tyler Lockhart | "The Fosters" TV series |
| Tyler Chase | "Scream" TV series |
| Tyler Wethers | "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin |
| Tyler Navarro | "Power Rangers Super Megaforce" TV series |
| Tyler Ford | "Firefly" TV series |
| Tyler Crowe | "Jericho" TV series |
| Tyler Crowley | "Twilight" film series |
| Tyler Faris | "Sniper" film series |