Tylar

Meaning & origin

Tylar is a modern respelling of the occupational name Tyler, which originated in medieval England for a maker of tiles. The standard Tyler saw a surge in popularity starting in the 1970s and peaked in the 1990s, influencing variant spellings like Tylar. According to U.S. Social Security data, Tylar first appeared in 1980 and reached its peak rank in 1997, with a trajectory of declining use since then. In 2025, Tylar ranked 10,695th nationwide, representing roughly 1 in every 284,679 newborns. The name has been used as a unisex option, but records show it has historically been given more often to boys. Its similar vowel-based ending aligns with other contemporary surnames-turned-first-names like Taylor and Parker. The variant spelling Tylar offers a distinct alternative to the more common Tyler, appealing to parents seeking a phonetic twist without departing from the familiar sound.

Tylar is a modern respelling of the English surname Tyler, which originated as an occupational name for a maker or layer of tiles. The surname Tyler dates back to medieval England, with the earliest records from the 13th century. The given name Tyler gained popularity in the late 20th century, and Tylar emerged as a variant spelling, often chosen for its phonetic distinctiveness or to feminize the name.