Find out how popular the first name Tycho has been for the last 27 years (from 1997 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Tycho by gender

Based on the last 27 years of data, Tycho is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 18 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Tycho.

The history of the first name Tycho

The name Tycho is believed to be of Danish origin, derived from the Old Norse name Tykkr or Tykki. This name likely stems from the Old Norse word "þykkr," meaning "thick" or "stout." It was initially a nickname or byname used to describe a person's physical appearance or build.

The earliest recorded use of the name Tycho dates back to the 11th century in Denmark. One of the most famous historical figures bearing this name was Tycho Brahe (1546-1601), the renowned Danish astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of celestial bodies and the improvement of astronomical instruments.

Another notable figure was Tycho Brahesøn (c. 1608-1669), a Danish-Norwegian civil servant and landowner who served as the County Governor of Trondhjems County (now Trøndelag) in Norway during the 17th century.

In the 18th century, Tycho Rothe (1703-1762) was a Danish naval officer and cartographer known for his work in mapping the Danish-Norwegian territories.

Moving into the 19th century, Tycho Mommsen (1819-1900) was a German classical scholar and historian who specialized in the study of Roman law and Roman history.

In the 20th century, Tycho Brahe (1901-1976) was a Danish actor and film director who appeared in several Danish and Swedish films from the 1930s to the 1960s, sharing the same name as the famous astronomer from the 16th century.

While the name Tycho has its roots in Old Norse and Danish history, it has been adopted and used in various cultures and countries over time, although it remains relatively uncommon in most parts of the world.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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