Declining since 2012.
Popularity of Tyrann since 2012
Babies named Tyrann per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 96 |
| 2020s | 36 |
Meaning & origin
Tyrann is a highly uncommon modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2012, with its peak usage occurring the following year in 2013. Since then, its trajectory has been falling, reflecting a lack of sustained adoption. The name has not ranked among the top 1,000 names in any year, and its 1-in-N probability is effectively zero. While its exact inspiration is uncertain, it likely draws from the word 'tyrant' or is a creative respelling of the more established Tyrone. Given its recent coinage and sparse use, Tyrann remains a distinctive choice with no strong cultural or historical associations.
The name Tyrann appears to be a modern invention, possibly derived from the English word 'tyrant' (from Old French tyrant, Latin tyrannus, Greek tyrannos) or a respelling of the Irish name Tyrone. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2012, suggesting a recent coinage. Its usage has been very rare, with no consistent historical or cultural tradition.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ty
Sibling names for Tyrann
Names that share Tyrann's style, for a brother or sister.
