Tyla Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: TIE-lah //ˈtaɪ.lə//
Origin: English; Modern
Meaning: English: derived from the name Tyler; Modern: a variation of the name Talia
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tyla is believed to have originated from the English language, potentially as a modern variant of the name Tyler. The name Tyler itself derives from the Old French "tieulier," which means "maker of tiles," and entered the English lexicon after the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century.
Over time, Tyler evolved into a surname and subsequently transitioned into a given name, particularly in the 20th century. The phonetic adaptation to Tyla may have been influenced by contemporary naming trends that favor softer, more feminine-sounding endings.
Historically, the name Tyler has been associated with various notable figures, including the 10th President of the United States, John Tyler, who served from 1841 to 1845. The name has also appeared in literature and media, contributing to its recognition.
While Tyla itself does not have a direct historical figure associated with it, its roots in Tyler connect it to a broader cultural and historical context. Culturally, names derived from occupational surnames, such as Tyler, often carry connotations of craftsmanship and skill.
The adaptation of Tyler to Tyla reflects a trend in naming practices that seeks to create unique and modern interpretations of traditional names. This trend has been particularly prominent in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, where variations of established names have gained traction.
The name Tyla may also evoke a sense of individuality and contemporary identity, aligning with the cultural movements that emphasize personal expression through naming.
Famous people named Tyla
In this section, you will find notable people named Tyla. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Tyla who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Tyla who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Tyla Carr is a television personality best known for Love Island and Ex on the Beach.
Tyla Yaweh is a rapper best known for songs like All the Smoke and High Right Now.
Fictional characters named Tyla
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Tyla is a fictional character from the video game series Mass Effect. She is a skilled soldier and a member of the elite group known as the N7.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tyla was first seen in the United States in 1958.
Tyla has ranked as high as #2794 nationally, which occurred in 2025, and has been most popular in New York, California, Florida, Texas, and Ohio.
In the past 5 years the name Tyla has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Tyla is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Tyla was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Tyla.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 142 | 0 | 142 |
| 2024 | 139 | 0 | 139 |
| 2023 | 47 | 0 | 47 |
| 2022 | 41 | 0 | 41 |
| 2021 | 52 | 0 | 52 |
| 2020 | 47 | 0 | 47 |
| 2019 | 63 | 0 | 63 |
| 2018 | 43 | 0 | 43 |
| 2017 | 42 | 0 | 42 |
| 2016 | 45 | 0 | 45 |
| 2015 | 51 | 0 | 51 |
| 2014 | 62 | 0 | 62 |
| 2013 | 44 | 0 | 44 |
| 2012 | 55 | 0 | 55 |
| 2011 | 60 | 0 | 60 |
| 2010 | 71 | 0 | 71 |
| 2009 | 61 | 0 | 61 |
| 2008 | 75 | 0 | 75 |
| 2007 | 98 | 0 | 98 |
| 2006 | 125 | 0 | 125 |
| 2005 | 108 | 0 | 108 |
| 2004 | 113 | 0 | 113 |
| 2003 | 110 | 0 | 110 |
| 2002 | 100 | 0 | 100 |
| 2001 | 92 | 7 | 85 |
| 2000 | 112 | 0 | 112 |
| 1999 | 127 | 0 | 127 |
| 1998 | 101 | 0 | 101 |
| 1997 | 85 | 0 | 85 |
| 1996 | 107 | 0 | 107 |
| 1995 | 87 | 0 | 87 |
| 1994 | 66 | 0 | 66 |
| 1993 | 86 | 0 | 86 |
| 1992 | 50 | 0 | 50 |
| 1991 | 63 | 0 | 63 |
| 1990 | 48 | 0 | 48 |
| 1989 | 29 | 0 | 29 |
| 1988 | 28 | 0 | 28 |
| 1987 | 35 | 0 | 35 |
| 1986 | 26 | 0 | 26 |
| 1985 | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| 1984 | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| 1983 | 30 | 0 | 30 |
| 1982 | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| 1981 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1980 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1979 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1978 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1977 | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| 1976 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 1975 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 1974 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 1973 | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| 1972 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 1971 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 1970 | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| 1969 | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| 1968 | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| 1967 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1966 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| 1965 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1963 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1962 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1961 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1960 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1958 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Top States for Tyla (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 14 | |
| TX | 11 | |
| NC | 9 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| OH | 7 | |
| GA | 7 | |
| IL | 7 | |
| IN | 7 | |
| MD | 6 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| AL | 5 | |
| VA | 5 | |
| MI | 5 | |
| LA | 5 |