Declining since 1996.
Popularity of Tykeem since 1988
Babies named Tykeem per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 12 |
| 1990s | 158 |
| 2000s | 96 |
| 2010s | 79 |
| 2020s | 34 |
Meaning & origin
Tykeem is a modern American first name that first appeared in Social Security records in 1988. The name experienced its peak popularity in 1997, the year it was most frequently recorded, but its trajectory has been falling since 1996, indicating waning use. While not among the most common names, Tykeem reflects the creative naming trends of the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities, where invented names with distinctive prefixes and suffixes gained popularity. The name's lack of a traditional etymology underscores its status as a contemporary coinage.
Tykeem is a modern American name, first recorded in the late 1980s. It appears to be a coinage combining the popular 'Ty-' prefix (found in names like Tyler or Tyree) with the element 'keem', which may be inspired by names such as Keem or the trendy 'Keem' suffix. The name carries no traditional etymological roots and is considered a contemporary invention, reflecting late 20th-century naming creativity in African American communities.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ty, Keem
Sibling names for Tykeem
Names that share Tykeem's style, for a brother or sister.
