Tyrion Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTIR-ee-uhn / /ˈtɪr.i.ən/English; Latin
Meaning
Earth; little tyrant
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tyrion is primarily associated with the English-speaking world, where it has gained popularity through modern literature and media. In Latin, the root 'tyrannus' refers to a tyrant, which adds a layer of complexity to its meaning. The name has been popularized by the character Tyrion Lannister from George R.R. Martin's 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Tyrionne
International Variants
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Famous people named Tyrion
Tyrion Lannister — fictional character in 'Game of Thrones'.
Fictional characters named Tyrion
Tyrion Lannister — 'A Song of Ice and Fire'.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tyrion was first seen in the United States in 1997. Tyrion has ranked as high as #1332 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in Washington, New York, Texas, and California. In the past 5 years the name Tyrion has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tyrion (2018)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 17 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 20 |
| 2013 | 44 |
| 2014 | 60 |
| 2015 | 62 |
| 2016 | 58 |
| 2017 | 55 |
| 2018 | 58 |
| 2019 | 57 |
| 2020 | 32 |
| 2021 | 35 |
| 2022 | 28 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 23 |