Tyson

At a Glance: Name: Tyson – Meaning: firebrand (from an Anglo-Norman nickname), though the surname also has rival roots – Origin: English – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: TY-son

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Tyson is a classic English boy's name, pronounced TY-son (IPA /ˈtaɪsən). It comes from an Anglo-Norman nickname meaning "firebrand," though as a surname it also has separate, rival roots. It's a name with a timeless, straightforward feel — easy to say and easy to place.

Meaning & Origin of Tyson

Meaning: Firebrand (from an anglo-norman nickname), though the surname also has rival roots.

Origin: English.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Tyson

Phonetic: TY-son   IPA: /ˈtaɪsən/

Popularity of Tyson

SSA records go back to 1912, and Tyson hit its peak in 2009 at #237, given to 1,491 boys that year. By 2024 it had settled to #460, with 679 babies given the name — still in use, just well off its high point.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1912–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Tyson mean?

Firebrand (from an anglo-norman nickname), though the surname also has rival roots. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Tyson)

How do you pronounce Tyson?

Tyson is pronounced TY-son (IPA: /ˈtaɪsən/).

Is Tyson a popular name right now?

Tyson peaked at #237 in 2009 and is ranked #460 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1912–2024.)

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