Tyeson
Old English name combining "tye" meaning to bind and "son" meaning son.
Name Census estimates that about 237 living Americans carry the first name Tyeson. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Tyeson today is around 20 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Tyeson births was 2012 (16 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Tyeson. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
237
~ 1 in 1,446,221 Americans
Peak year
2012
16 babies that year
Average age
20
years old
2024 SSA rank
#14,036
Tracked since 1979
Popularity
Tyeson: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Tyeson from the 1970s through to the 2020s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 97 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Tyeson by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Tyeson during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Tyeson
The name Tyeson is a unique and intriguing one, with its roots stretching back to the ancient Germanic tribes of Europe. It is believed to have originated from a combination of the Old Norse words "tyr," meaning "god of war," and "son," signifying "son of." This suggests that the name may have been bestowed upon a child born into a family with close ties to the Norse pantheon or a warrior lineage.
During the Middle Ages, the name Tyeson made its way across the European continent, carried by various Germanic tribes as they migrated and settled in different regions. It is said that a notable figure bearing this name was Tyeson of Flanders, a skilled archer and military commander who fought alongside William the Conqueror during the Norman conquest of England in the 11th century.
Centuries later, in the 16th century, a Tyeson Hawkins was recorded as a renowned English explorer and navigator. He embarked on numerous voyages to the Americas, contributing significantly to the mapping of the Caribbean and the eastern coasts of North and South America.
In the realm of literature, a character named Tyeson appeared in the epic poem "The Faerie Queene" by Edmund Spenser, published in 1590. This work is considered one of the greatest poetic achievements in the English language, and the inclusion of a character with such an unusual name has sparked much speculation among scholars and literary enthusiasts.
During the 17th century, a Scottish nobleman named Tyeson Douglas made his mark in history as a staunch supporter of the monarchy during the English Civil War. His unwavering loyalty to King Charles I earned him a place in the annals of British history.
Jumping forward to the 19th century, a notable figure named Tyeson Blackwood emerged as a prominent architect in the United States. His designs showcased a unique fusion of classical and contemporary styles, leaving an indelible mark on the architectural landscape of several major American cities.
Throughout its long and winding journey across time and cultures, the name Tyeson has left an indelible mark on history, carried by individuals who have made significant contributions in various fields, from warfare and exploration to literature and architecture. Its rich tapestry of associations and meanings continues to captivate and intrigue those who encounter this unique moniker.
People
Tyeson + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Tyeson as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with T
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FAQ
Tyeson: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Tyeson?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 237 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Tyeson going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,446,221 US residents.
Is Tyeson a common name?
We classify Tyeson as "Very Rare". It ranks above 76.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 241 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Tyeson most popular?
The single biggest year for Tyeson was 2012, when 16 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Tyeson is about 20 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Tyeson a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Tyeson in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.