Rising since 2022, #6,803 for boys today.
Popularity of Tyre since 1913
Babies named Tyre per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 35 |
| 1920s | 25 |
| 1930s | 22 |
| 1940s | 18 |
| 1950s | 25 |
| 1960s | 51 |
| 1970s | 155 |
| 1980s | 250 |
| 1990s | 744 |
| 2000s | 515 |
| 2010s | 201 |
| 2020s | 78 |
Meaning & origin
Tyre is a rare modern American name of uncertain origin. It first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1913, suggesting it may be a 20th-century coinage. Its popularity peaked in 1999, likely influenced by surnames and place names. After a period of decline, the name has been rising again since 2022, though it remains uncommon with only 1 in 142,340 newborns receiving it in 2025. The name's ambiguity adds to its appeal for parents seeking a distinctive choice without heavy historical baggage.
Tyre is of uncertain origin. It appears in U.S. records from the early 20th century, possibly as a variant of the biblical name Tyre (the ancient Phoenician city) or as a shortened form of names like Tyree. Its use has been sporadic, with a peak in the late 1990s. The name is sometimes associated with the word 'tire' or the Greek letter 'tau', but no definitive etymology exists.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Tyre
Names that share Tyre's style, for a brother or sister.
