Tyrone
What does Tyrone mean and where does it come from?
Originally an Irish name, Tyrone is derived from the Gaelic 'Tír Eoghain' meaning 'land of Eoghain', associated with the ancient kingdom of Tír Eoghain in Ireland. The name has been adapted for contemporary use in English-speaking countries, and has seen varying popularity over the years. Though tra
How else can you spell Tyrone?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Tyrone?
Tyrone works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
How popular is Tyrone right now?
Falling — down 54 spots — currently #1392 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Tyrone
Tyrone entered American naming records in 1948 and has been in use for over 76 years. A total of 79,453 babies have received this name. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4942 in 1950 to #1287 in 2023. Tyrone is used for both genders: 1% female and 99% male.
Names that peaked alongside Tyrone in 2024:
Tyrone by decade
Tyrone peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 18 | |
| 1920s | 78 | |
| 1930s | 731 | |
| 1940s | 4,669 | |
| 1950s | 12,559 | |
| 1960s | 16,615 | |
| 1970s ★ | 18,155 | |
| 1980s | 11,733 | |
| 1990s | 7,944 | |
| 2000s | 4,381 | |
| 2010s | 2,405 | |
| 2020s | 441 |
What are good nicknames for Tyrone?
What names sound and feel like Tyrone?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Tyrone also consider these