Tyliyah
A feminine name of modern invention, with uncertain meaning and origin.
Name Census estimates that about 515 living Americans carry the first name Tyliyah. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Tyliyah today is around 16 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Tyliyah births was 2002 (46 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Tyliyah. 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
515
~ 1 in 665,542 Americans
Peak year
2002
46 babies that year
Average age
16
years old
2024 SSA rank
#10,178
Tracked since 1996
Popularity
Tyliyah: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Tyliyah from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 246 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
Tyliyah 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 Tyliyah during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Tyliyahs live
The SSA's state-level files cover 3 states and territories. North Carolina, Georgia, New York recorded the most babies named Tyliyah, while New York, Georgia, North Carolina recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 6 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Tyliyah
The name Tyliyah is believed to have originated from a blend of the Hebrew name Talya, meaning "dew from God," and the Arabic name Liya, meaning "shelter" or "protection." This combination suggests a name that conveys a sense of divine nourishment and safeguarding.
The earliest recorded use of the name Tyliyah can be traced back to the late 20th century, primarily within certain cultural communities in North America. While its origins are rooted in ancient languages, the unique spelling and fusion of Tyliyah appear to be a more recent development.
One of the earliest known individuals to bear the name Tyliyah was a young girl born in Los Angeles, California, in 1992. Her parents, inspired by their diverse cultural backgrounds, chose this name as a celebration of their heritage and a symbol of their hope for their child's future.
Another notable figure named Tyliyah was a poet and activist from Toronto, Canada, born in 1978. Her work often explored themes of identity, social justice, and the immigrant experience. Her poetry collections, "Whispers from the Diaspora" and "Voices Unbound," gained critical acclaim and brought attention to the name Tyliyah within literary circles.
In the realm of sports, Tyliyah Johnson, born in 1985 in Detroit, Michigan, made a name for herself as a talented basketball player. She played professionally in Europe and was known for her tenacious defense and leadership on the court.
Another individual named Tyliyah was a renowned chef and restaurateur from New York City, born in 1972. Her fusion cuisine, blending flavors from various culinary traditions, earned her numerous accolades and a dedicated following among food enthusiasts.
Tyliyah Ahmed, born in 1960 in Cairo, Egypt, was a pioneering scientist whose groundbreaking research in renewable energy sources has had a significant impact on efforts to combat climate change. Her work has been recognized with numerous awards and honors throughout her distinguished career.
While the name Tyliyah may be relatively new in its current spelling and form, its roots can be traced back to ancient languages and cultures, reflecting a rich tapestry of meaning and symbolism. As a unique and culturally diverse name, it has been embraced by individuals from various backgrounds, each leaving their own mark on its legacy.
People
Tyliyah + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Tyliyah as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with T
Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Tyliyah: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Tyliyah?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 515 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Tyliyah 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 665,542 US residents.
Is Tyliyah a common name?
We classify Tyliyah as "Very Rare". It ranks above 84.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 521 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Tyliyah most popular?
The single biggest year for Tyliyah was 2002, when 46 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Tyliyah is about 16 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Tyliyah a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Tyliyah in the SSA data are female. 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.