Tyler

At a Glance: Name: Tyler – Meaning: one who lays tiles (occupational surname) – Origin: English – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: TY-ler

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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

Phonetic: TY-ler   IPA: /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.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Tyler mean?

One who lays tiles (occupational surname). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Tyler)

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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