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Tyler name meaning
First Name
607k
in the U.S.
since 1880
607k
in the U.S.
since 1880
Last Name
66k
in the U.S.
in 2010
66k
in the U.S.
in 2010
Girls
Boys
Meaning and Origin
What does the name Tyler mean? Keep reading to find the user submitted meanings, dictionary definitions, and more.
Origin and Meaning of Tyler
User Submitted Origins
English
70%
American
27%
Spanish
3%
User Submitted Meanings
- 2 submissions from New Jersey, U.S. agree the name Tyler means "Tile maker".
- According to a user from New Zealand, the name Tyler is of New Zealand origin and means "Maker of tiles".
- A submission from Michigan, U.S. says the name Tyler means "Tiler, tile maker" and is of American origin.
- According to a user from Ohio, U.S., the name Tyler is of French origin and means "Holder of Doors/Maker of Tiles.Derived from originally French,but first appeared in old English".
- According to 2 people from South Africa and the United States, the name Tyler is of Spanish origin and means "Little king".
- According to a user from the United Kingdom, the name Tyler is of English origin and means "Self centered, annoying and son of the cruel king".
- A submission from Texas, U.S. says the name Tyler means "The son of King Bald" and is of Spanish origin.
- 2 submissions from Florida, U.S. agree the name Tyler means "God" and is of African Dutch (Afrikaans) / English origin.
- A submission from New Zealand says the name Tyler means "Gift of God" and is of English origin.
- A user from New York, U.S. says the name Tyler means "Hard working".
International Interest
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Webster's Unabridged Dictionary
noun Ty"ler
See 2d Tiler.
Other Dictionary Sources
- A town in northeast Texas
- Elected vice president and became the 10th President of the United States when Harrison died (1790-1862)
Wiktionary
From Middle English Tyler, Tylere, Tygler, Tygheler, Tyghelere, Tyghelare, Tygelere, from Middle English tiler, tylere, tylare, tylier (“tiler”).
- An English occupational surname for a tiler.
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
- (uncommon relative to the male given name) A female given name transferred from the surname, of 1980s and later usage.
- A locale in the United States.
- A city, the county seat of Smith County, Texas; named for John Tyler, 10th President of the United States.
- A city in Minnesota; named for land agent and newspaper editor C. B. Tyler.
- An unincorporated community in Florida.
- An unincorporated community in Missouri; named for lumber businessman H. A. Tyler.
- A ghost town in California.
Notable Persons Named Tyler
Notable Persons Named Tyler
Tyler Joseph
Tyler Joseph is an alternative hip hop, electropop, and indie pop musician. He plays Vocals, Ukulele, Piano, Keytar, Bass guitar, Accordion, and Electronic keyboard. He was most active from 2009 to present. Tyler was born on December 1st, 1988.
Tyler Perry
Tyler Perry is an actor, producer, director, screenwriter, playwright, author, and songwriter. Tyler was given the name Emmitt Perry Jr. on September 13th, 1969 in New Orleans.
The Creator Tyler
The Creator Tyler is a hip hop music musician. He was most prominent from 2007 to present. The was given the name Tyler Gregory Okonma on March 6th, 1991 in Los Angeles. The is also known as Wolf Haley, Tyler Haley, DJ Stank Daddy, Ace, The Creator, Okonma, and Tyler Gregory.
Tyler Hoechlin
Tyler Hoechlin is an actor. Tyler was given the name Tyler Lee Hoechlin on September 11th, 1987 in Corona, California, United States.
Tyler Posey
Tyler Posey is an actor, musician, and producer. His ongoing career started in 2001. Tyler was given the name Tyler Garcia Posey by his parent John Posey (actor) on October 18th, 1991 in Santa Monica, California, U.S.
Ty Burrell
Ty Burrell is an actor and comedian. He was most prominent from 2000 to present. Ty was given the name Tyler Gerald Burrell on August 22nd, 1967 in Grants Pass, Oregon, U.S.
Notable Persons With the Last Name Tyler
Notable Persons With the Last Name Tyler
Liv Tyler
Liv Tyler is an actress and model. Liv was given the name Liv Rundgren by her parents Steven Tyler and Bebe Buell on July 1st, 1977 in New York City, New York, U.S. Liv is also known as Rundgren and Liv.
The Creator Tyler
The Creator Tyler is a hip hop music musician. He was most prominent from 2007 to present. The was given the name Tyler Gregory Okonma on March 6th, 1991 in Los Angeles. The is also known as Wolf Haley, Tyler Haley, DJ Stank Daddy, Ace, The Creator, Okonma, and Tyler Gregory.
Steven Tyler
Steven Tyler is a singer-songwriter, musician, actor, multi-instrumentalist, and talent judge. He was most active from 1970 to present. Steven was given the name Steven Victor Tallarico on March 26th, 1948 in Manhattan, New York, U.S.
John Tyler
John Tyler was a 10th President of the United States, 10th Vice President of the United States, President pro tempore of the United States Senate, and 23rd Governor of Virginia. His military service ended in 1813. John was born on March 29th, 1790 in Charles City County, Virginia, U.S. He breathed his last breath on January 18th, 1862.
Aisha Tyler
Aisha Tyler is an actress, comedian, author, producer, writer, and director. She was most active from 1996 to present. Aisha was born on September 18th, 1970.
Bonnie Tyler
Bonnie Tyler is a musician. She holds the title Something Going On". Her most notable accomplishments were from 1975 to present. Bonnie was given the name Gaynor Hopkins on June 8th, 1951 in Skewen.
- Timothy L. Tyler
- Walter Tyler
- Martin TylerAssociation Football
- Julia TylerFirst Lady of the United States
- Jack ParowMusician
- Lyon Gardiner TylerOffice Holder
- Brian TylerComposer
- Judy Tyler
- Letitia TylerFirst Lady of the United States
- William TylerMusician
- Tom TylerActor
- Tina Tyler
- Jeremy TylerBasketball Player
- Priscilla TylerFirst Lady of the United States
Ethnicity Distribution
| Ethnicity | Tyler | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| █ | White | 61.96% | 64.26% |
| █ | African American | 30.99% | 11.96% |
| █ | Asian, Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander | 0.54% | 4.85% |
| █ | American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.35% | 0.69% |
| █ | Two or More Ethnicities | 2.70% | 1.76% |
| █ | Hispanic or Latino | 2.46% | 16.26% |
Of Last Name Tyler
People with the last name Tyler are most frequently White or African American
Entire United States
Fun Facts about the name Tyler
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