Ty Boy
Origin(s)
English; Irish
Meaning
English: from the land of the people; Irish: fire
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ty is often considered a diminutive of names like Tyler or Tyson. In English-speaking countries, it gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name has associations with strength and warmth, particularly in its Irish interpretation. It is commonly used in various cultures, reflecting a modern trend towards shorter names.
Trend Summary
The name Ty has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., peaking in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tyler
- Tyson
International Variants
- Tye (English)
- Tí (Irish)
Famous people named Ty
Ty Burrell is an American actor known for his role in the television series 'Modern Family'.
Ty Dolla Sign is an American singer and songwriter recognized for his contributions to contemporary R&B.
Ty Pennington is an American television host and carpenter, famous for his work on 'Extreme Makeover: Home Edition'.
Fictional characters named Ty
Ty is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his humorous antics.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ty was first seen in the United States in 1915. Ty has ranked as high as #297 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Utah, Washington, and Iowa. In the past 5 years the name Ty has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ty (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 29 | |
| CA | 17 | |
| UT | 17 | |
| IA | 12 | |
| WA | 12 | |
| TN | 11 | |
| MO | 11 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| MI | 9 | |
| IN | 9 | |
| KY | 9 | |
| OH | 9 | |
| AZ | 8 | |
| LA | 7 | |
| NC | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 12 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1943 | 10 |
| 1944 | 15 |
| 1945 | 19 |
| 1946 | 13 |
| 1947 | 17 |
| 1948 | 17 |
| 1949 | 21 |
| 1950 | 24 |
| 1951 | 35 |
| 1952 | 39 |
| 1953 | 44 |
| 1954 | 45 |
| 1955 | 71 |
| 1956 | 80 |
| 1957 | 64 |
| 1958 | 82 |
| 1959 | 188 |
| 1960 | 254 |
| 1961 | 323 |
| 1962 | 357 |
| 1963 | 373 |
| 1964 | 372 |
| 1965 | 301 |
| 1966 | 327 |
| 1967 | 366 |
| 1968 | 456 |
| 1969 | 424 |
| 1970 | 437 |
| 1971 | 494 |
| 1972 | 423 |
| 1973 | 367 |
| 1974 | 351 |
| 1975 | 323 |
| 1976 | 335 |
| 1977 | 382 |
| 1978 | 357 |
| 1979 | 361 |
| 1980 | 394 |
| 1981 | 402 |
| 1982 | 373 |
| 1983 | 337 |
| 1984 | 386 |
| 1985 | 361 |
| 1986 | 377 |
| 1987 | 315 |
| 1988 | 336 |
| 1989 | 353 |
| 1990 | 510 |
| 1991 | 587 |
| 1992 | 693 |
| 1993 | 767 |
| 1994 | 813 |
| 1995 | 985 |
| 1996 | 1,220 |
| 1997 | 1,358 |
| 1998 | 1,138 |
| 1999 | 1,223 |
| 2000 | 1,295 |
| 2001 | 1,218 |
| 2002 | 1,609 |
| 2003 | 1,936 |
| 2004 | 2,199 |
| 2005 | 2,451 |
| 2006 | 1,798 |
| 2007 | 1,538 |
| 2008 | 1,436 |
| 2009 | 1,642 |
| 2010 | 1,297 |
| 2011 | 994 |
| 2012 | 890 |
| 2013 | 768 |
| 2014 | 721 |
| 2015 | 618 |
| 2016 | 538 |
| 2017 | 463 |
| 2018 | 472 |
| 2019 | 448 |
| 2020 | 410 |
| 2021 | 390 |
| 2022 | 366 |
| 2023 | 332 |
| 2024 | 283 |