Declining since 1993.
Popularity of Tyrrell since 1940
Babies named Tyrrell per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 51 |
| 1980s | 177 |
| 1990s | 242 |
| 2000s | 106 |
| 2010s | 65 |
| 2020s | 12 |
Meaning & origin
The name Tyrrell carries a strong surname feel with Norman roots, yet it has never reached widespread popularity in the United States. It first appeared on the Social Security list in 1940, and its peak year came in 1993, when it ranked at its highest point (though still outside the top 1000). Since 1993, its trajectory has been steadily falling, with fewer than 5 births per year in 2025 (a rarity where the SSA does not report exact counts). The name has not been recorded in any top states, reflecting its scattered, low-frequency use. Tyrrell offers a distinctive alternative to more common surname-names like Garrett or Barrett, appealing to parents seeking something uncommon with historical depth.
The surname Tyrrell has Norman origins, brought to England after the Conquest of 1066. It may derive from the Norman personal name Tyrel, which itself comes from the Old French Tiriel. Alternatively, it could stem from the Old English word thyrre, meaning 'stubborn' or 'stern'. The name became prominent in Ireland after the Norman invasion, where it was Gaelicized as Tirial. As a given name, Tyrrell emerged in the 20th century, initially as a surname transferred to first name.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ty, Rell
Sibling names for Tyrrell
Names that share Tyrrell's style, for a brother or sister.
