| Meaning | rock |
| Origin | Greek |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Ty-rus |
About Tyrus
This distinguished name carries an air of quiet strength and determination. Parents choosing Tyrus often appreciate names that feel both classic and contemporary, never quite fitting into a single era or trend. The name projects confidence without arrogance, suggesting someone who leads through example rather than volume. It's the kind of name that works equally well in a boardroom or on a playing field, adaptable yet distinctive. Boys named Tyrus tend to stand out in their peer groups, not through commonality but through the memorable quality of their name. The strong consonants give it a solid, grounded feeling, while the softer ending prevents it from feeling too harsh. It's a choice for parents who want their son to have a name that commands respect while remaining approachable and genuine.
Nicknames for Tyrus
| Ty |
| Rus |
| TJ |
| Tyry |
Famous People Named Tyrus
| Tyrus Hillway | British physicist and inventor |
| Tyrus McCloud | American retired football player |
| Tyrus Raymond Cobb | American baseball Hall of Famer |
| Tyrus Reid | Jamaican footballer |
| Tyrus Weems | American cognitive psychologist |
| Tyrus Thomas | English cricketer |
| Tyrus Harris | American basketball player |
| Tyrus Byrd | American politician |
| Tyrus Lemerande | American ice hockey player |
| Tyrus Thompson | American football player |
| Tyrus McGee | American football player |
| Tyrus Wong | Chinese-American poet |
Characters Named Tyrus
| Tyrus Cassius "T.C" Carson | Character from the video game series "Final Fantasy VII" |
| Tyrus Rhada | Character from the novel "The Death of Bunny Munro" by Nick Cave |
| Tyrus Rechs | Character from the "Galaxy's Edge" book series by Jason Anspach and Nick Cole |
| Tyrus Bellows | Character from the TV show "Teen Wolf" |
| Tyrus Krill | Character from the TV show "The Orville" |