Declining since 1999, #7,679 for boys today.
Popularity of Tyran since 1954
Babies named Tyran per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 38 |
| 1960s | 91 |
| 1970s | 295 |
| 1980s | 269 |
| 1990s | 569 |
| 2000s | 545 |
| 2010s | 357 |
| 2020s | 115 |
Meaning & origin
Tyran is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1954. It never broke into widespread use; its peak ranking was in 2000, after which its trajectory has been falling. The name's 2025 rank of 7,679 and incidence of 1 in 170,808 confirm its rarity. Tyran likely arose as a creative respelling or blend of names like Tyrone or Tyler, reflecting mid-20th-century naming trends that favored novel combinations ending in -an. Without a clear etymology or notable bearers, Tyran remains an obscure choice favored by parents seeking a distinctive sound.
Tyran first appeared in U.S. records in the 1950s, likely as a variant or blend of established names like Tyrone or Tyler, with the addition of the fashionable -an suffix. It has never gained widespread usage, remaining at low ranks through the present day.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ty
Sibling names for Tyran
Names that share Tyran's style, for a brother or sister.
