MallowbyNames

Tylene

TYE-leen · of uncertain origin

Peak popularity
1977
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Tylene since 1950

Babies named Tylene per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1969, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Tylene's real moment was 1977.

59141960198020002020Most births 1969Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1950s33
1960s74
1970s103
1980s82
1990s50
2000s23
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Tylene is a modern American invention, first recorded in 1950. Despite its debut in the mid-20th century, the name never gained wide traction; its peak usage came in 1977, after which it remained stable but rare, with no recent resurgence. The name's construction reflects a common pattern of pairing a consonant sound with the feminine suffix '-lene', seen in names like Charlene and Marlene. Tylene's trajectory shows a consistent but low-level presence, never breaking into widespread use. For parents drawn to unique, feminine names with a contemporary feel, Tylene offers a distinct option without historical baggage.

Tylene is a modern invention, likely formed by combining the sound of the name Tyler or the syllable 'ty' with the popular feminine suffix '-lene' (as in Marlene or Charlene). It emerged in the United States in the mid-20th century, first recorded in 1950, but has never been widely used. The name's peak popularity came in 1977, though it remained relatively rare.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Ty, Lena

Variants: Tyleen

Sibling names for Tylene

Names that share Tylene's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Tylene mean?
The meaning of Tylene is uncertain. It is a modern coinage, likely a combination of the sound 'ty' and the suffix '-lene', similar to names like Marlene.
How popular is the name Tylene?
Tylene has never been a common name. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1950, peaked in 1977, and has remained very rare since.
Is Tylene a boy or girl name?
Tylene is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.