Tyreke Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tyreke is a modern English name derived from Tyree and the Arabic Tariq, meaning 'morning star' or 'he who knocks at the door'. It has evolved through these forms and gained popularity primarily in the United States in the late 20th century. The name is associated with traits of energy and determination. It does not have a biblical relevance.
The name Tyreke is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Tyreke has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Tyreke' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5196th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1860th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5498th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Tyreke' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tyreke"
Pronunciation
/taɪˈriːk/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Tyreke is believed to be derived from a combination of the name Tyree and the Arabic name Tariq, which means 'morning star' or 'he who knocks at the door'.
Meaning
morning star, he who knocks at the door
Language Evolution
Tyree, Tariq
Historical Usage
Tyreke gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, and is often associated with African-American culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Tyree, Tariq, Ty
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Tyreke is viewed positively and is often associated with youthful energy and determination.
Famous People
Tyreke Evans, a professional basketball player, Tyreke Hill, an American football player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tyreke"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Tyreke"
"Tyreke" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5196th of 16616 | 135 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1860th of 24088 | 1,099 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5498th of 23106 | 199 |
Regional Popularity of "Tyreke" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
55.66% 2491st/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
45.48% 2084th/4582 |
33.79% 1745th/5164 |
18.76% 1372nd/7313 |
51.80% 3866th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Tyreke" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tyreke"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tyreke" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.