Tykel
A name of unknown origin, though possibly related to the Greek word "tykhe" meaning luck or fortune.
Name Census estimates that about 121 living Americans carry the first name Tykel. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Tykel today is around 22 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Tykel births was 2003 (12 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Tykel. 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
121
~ 1 in 2,832,680 Americans
Peak year
2003
12 babies that year
Average age
22
years old
2018 SSA rank
#12,027
Tracked since 1995
Popularity
Tykel: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Tykel from the 1990s through to the 2010s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 78 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Tykel 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 Tykel 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 Tykel
The name Tykel is believed to have its roots in the ancient Germanic languages, specifically in the Old Norse and Old English dialects. It is thought to be derived from the Old Norse word "tykki," which means "farmer" or "peasant," and the Old English word "ticcen," meaning "young goat" or "kid."
In its earliest recorded instances, the name Tykel was primarily found in Scandinavian and Anglo-Saxon regions during the medieval period, particularly in areas that were heavily influenced by Viking settlements and cultural exchanges. The name's association with agricultural and pastoral lifestyles reflects the societal structures and occupations prevalent in those regions at the time.
One of the earliest known historical references to the name Tykel can be found in the Icelandic Sagas, a collection of Norse literature that dates back to the 13th and 14th centuries. In these texts, Tykel is mentioned as the name of a farmer or landowner, further solidifying its connection to rural and agrarian roots.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Tykel. One prominent example is Tykel de Willoughby (c. 1270-1320), an English nobleman and landowner who played a significant role in the conflicts between King Edward II and his barons during the early 14th century.
Another historical figure was Tykel Frost (1501-1567), a Danish merchant and ship owner who established a successful trading company and contributed to the economic development of Copenhagen during the Renaissance period.
In the realm of literature, Tykel Knudsen (1837-1911) was a Norwegian novelist and poet known for his works depicting rural life and the struggles of the working class in Norway during the 19th century.
In the field of art, Tykel Thorvaldsen (1770-1844) was a renowned Danish sculptor and artist who achieved great fame for his neoclassical works, including the iconic sculpture of Christ and the Twelve Apostles at the Church of Our Lady in Copenhagen.
Finally, Tykel Nansen (1861-1930) was a Norwegian explorer, scientist, and diplomat who gained international recognition for his pioneering expeditions to the Arctic regions and his contributions to the study of oceanography and meteorology.
These historical examples showcase the diverse backgrounds and accomplishments of individuals who have carried the name Tykel, reflecting its enduring presence across various cultures and time periods, particularly in regions with strong Nordic and Germanic influences.
People
Tykel + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Tykel as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Tykel: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Tykel?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 121 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Tykel 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 2,832,680 US residents.
Is Tykel a common name?
We classify Tykel as "Very Rare". It ranks above 67.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 123 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Tykel most popular?
The single biggest year for Tykel was 2003, when 12 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Tykel is about 22 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Tykel in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Tykel a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Tykel 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.
Is Tykel still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Tykel in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Tykel can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Tykel as a first name?
For a quick modern take, check how many people have the name Tykel on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.