Tyr
Gender: Boy
Meaning: From the land, house; tile maker
Origin: English (diminutive)
Popularity: Ranked #3085 in 2025 with 40 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Ty. Shares the meaning 'From the land, house; tile maker.'
Similar names: tyrah, tyree, tyrie, tayra, tayri, thyra, thyri, tyari
Name length: 3 letters
How common is Tyr? About 1 in 83,213 babies born in 2025 were named Tyr, or roughly 0.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Tyr
What does the name Tyr mean?
Tyr means “From the land, house; tile maker” from English (diminutive) roots.
What is the origin of the name Tyr?
Tyr has English (diminutive) origin. The traditional meaning is “From the land, house; tile maker”.
How popular is Tyr?
Tyr ranked #3036 in 2025 — given to 40 babies that year.
When was Tyr most popular?
Tyr peaked in 2023 with 69 babies registered that year.
Is Tyr a boy or girl name?
Tyr is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Tyrs in registered births are male.
Is the name Tyr rising or falling in popularity?
Tyr has risen 146 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #3182 in 2020 to #3036 in 2025.
How long has Tyr been recorded?
Tyr appears in birth records across 23 years — from 2002 through 2025.