Find out how popular the first name Tyge has been for the last 16 years (from 1998 to 2013) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Tyge by gender

Based on the last 16 years of data, Tyge is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2013, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Tyge.

The history of the first name Tyge

The name Tyge is a Danish masculine given name derived from the Old Norse word "Þykkr," meaning "thick" or "sturdy." It originated in the Viking era, around the 8th to 11th centuries, when the Norsemen occupied parts of modern-day Denmark, Sweden, and Norway.

In ancient Norse mythology, Tyge was the name of a minor deity associated with strength and resilience. The name held significance among the Vikings, who valued physical prowess and endurance in their warriors and seafarers.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Tyge can be found in the Icelandic Sagas, a collection of medieval literature from the 13th century. In the Saga of Erik the Red, a character named Tyge Ingolfsson is mentioned as one of the first Norsemen to settle in Iceland.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Tyge. One of the most famous was Tyge Brahe (1546-1601), a Danish astronomer who made significant contributions to the understanding of the celestial bodies and their movements. His observations and detailed records of the night sky laid the groundwork for future astronomical discoveries.

Another historical figure named Tyge was Tyge Ottesen Brahe (1570-1632), a Danish nobleman and military commander who fought in the Kalmar War between Denmark and Sweden in the early 17th century. He was known for his bravery and strategic leadership on the battlefield.

In the realm of literature, Tyge was the name of a character in the 19th-century Danish novel "The Improvisatore" by Hans Christian Andersen. The character, Tyge Lund, was a young artist who faced various challenges and adventures in his pursuit of creative expression.

During the 20th century, Tyge Møller (1920-2003) was a prominent Danish architect known for his modernist designs and his contributions to the development of sustainable architecture. His works include the Læsø Salt Factory and the Skagen Odde Nature Center, both located in Denmark.

Another notable bearer of the name was Tyge Rothe (1900-1994), a Danish lawyer and businessman who served as the president of the Danish Employers' Confederation and played a significant role in shaping labor relations in Denmark during the mid-20th century.

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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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