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At a Glance
- Meaning
- One who lays tiles (occupational surname)
- Origin
- English
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- TY-ler
Tyler is an English name that started out as an occupational surname, literally meaning "one who lays tiles," before becoming a popular first name for boys. It's pronounced TY-ler (/ˈtaɪlər/), and it's the kind of name that's remained familiar and easy to place for decades.
Meaning & Origin of Tyler
Meaning: One who lays tiles (occupational surname).
Origin: English.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Tyler
TY-lerIPA /ˈtaɪlər/
Popularity of Tyler
Tyler hit its high point in 1993, ranking #5 nationally with 29,799 baby boys given the name that year. By 2024 it had settled to #191, with 1,908 boys named Tyler.
Names Like Tyler
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FAQ
What does the name Tyler mean?
One who lays tiles (occupational surname). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Tyler?
Tyler is pronounced TY-ler (IPA: /ˈtaɪlər/).
Is Tyler a popular name right now?
Tyler peaked at #5 in 1993 and is ranked #191 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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