Tyrell Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tyrell is an Old French name that means 'to pull or draw'. It evolved from the Old French Tirel and has been used since the Norman Conquest, gaining popularity among the English nobility. The name is associated with strength and nobility, and while it has no biblical relevance, it has been embraced in modern culture. Variants include Tyrrell and Tirell.
The name Tyrell is most popular in Maryland, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Tyrell has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling 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, 'Tyrell' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3302nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1214th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 429th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 616th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1303rd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11010th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9514th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Tyrell' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tyrell"
Pronunciation
/taɪˈrɛl/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Tyrell is derived from the Old French name 'Tirel', which was a diminutive form of the name 'Tir'. It is believed to have originated from the word 'tirer', meaning 'to pull' or 'to draw'.
Meaning
to pull, to draw
Language Evolution
Tirel (Old French), Tir (Old French), Tyrell (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in England during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century and saw increased usage among the gentry and nobility.
Variants & Derivatives
Tyrrell, Tirell, Ty
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Tyrell is viewed as a strong and unique name, often associated with a sense of nobility and strength.
Famous People
Tyrell Williams (American football player), Tyrell Fortune (American wrestler)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tyrell"
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 "Tyrell"
"Tyrell" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3302nd of 7552 | 116 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1214th of 10718 | 748 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 429th of 16616 | 7,478 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 616th of 24088 | 5,930 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1303rd of 23106 | 1,715 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11010th of 19264 | 36 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9514th of 27321 | 104 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Tyrell" 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) |
40.52% 1190th/2937 |
32.18% 1121st/3483 |
39.71% 1397th/3518 |
30.39% 1229th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
13.57% 500th/3685 |
6.57% 294th/4475 |
8.36% 434th/5194 |
7.58% 479th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
13.68% 627th/4582 |
9.68% 500th/5164 |
7.82% 572nd/7313 |
10.64% 794th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
30.17% 1202nd/3984 |
25.74% 1155th/4487 |
17.52% 1195th/6822 |
39.32% 2468th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Tyrell" 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 "Tyrell"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tyrell" 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.