boy name
Tyler
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#220 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Tyler in the US, 1880–2025
Tyler first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1994, when 30,482 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,633.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Tyler a boy or a girl name?
Tyler is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Tyler?
In 2025, Tyler ranked #220 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Tyler most popular?
Tyler was most popular in 1994, when about 30,482 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.