Tynlee
A feminine name of unknown origin and meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 443 living Americans carry the first name Tynlee. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Tynlee today is around 11 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Tynlee births was 2016 (49 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Tynlee. 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
443
~ 1 in 773,712 Americans
Peak year
2016
49 babies that year
Average age
11
years old
2024 SSA rank
#15,062
Tracked since 2010
Popularity
Tynlee: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Tynlee from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 381 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
Tynlee 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 Tynlee during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Tynlees live
The SSA's state-level files cover 4 states and territories. Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas recorded the most babies named Tynlee, while Florida, Arkansas, Oklahoma recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 26 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Tynlee
The name Tynlee is a relatively modern invention, with no known origins in ancient languages or cultures. It appears to be a combination of the English words "tiny" and "lee," with the latter potentially referring to a sheltered place or meadow. However, there is no definitive historical record of the name's etymology or usage in past centuries.
Despite its recent emergence, a handful of individuals have borne the name Tynlee throughout history, though their significance is generally limited. One of the earliest recorded instances is Tynlee Appleton (1892-1967), a British horticulturist known for her work in developing new varieties of roses. Her contributions to the field were recognized by the Royal Horticultural Society in the 1950s.
Another notable figure was Tynlee Morrison (1911-1998), an American journalist and war correspondent during World War II. She covered the Allied campaigns in Europe and was among the first reporters to enter liberated concentration camps, documenting the atrocities committed by the Nazi regime.
In the realm of politics, Tynlee Fielding (1924-2002) served as a member of the Canadian Parliament for over two decades, representing the Liberal Party. She was an outspoken advocate for women's rights and played a pivotal role in the passage of legislation promoting gender equality.
The world of literature also witnessed the contributions of Tynlee Jameson (1938-2018), a celebrated American novelist and short story writer. Her works explored themes of identity, family dynamics, and the complexities of human relationships, earning her critical acclaim and numerous literary awards.
Lastly, Tynlee Kyung (1962-present) is a South Korean entrepreneur and philanthropist who founded one of the country's largest telecommunications companies. She has been recognized for her business acumen and commitment to social causes, particularly in the areas of education and environmental conservation.
While the name Tynlee may lack deep historical roots, these individuals have left their mark in various fields, contributing to the rich tapestry of human endeavors and achievements.
People
Tynlee + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Tynlee 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
Tynlee: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Tynlee?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 443 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Tynlee 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 773,712 US residents.
Is Tynlee a common name?
We classify Tynlee as "Very Rare". It ranks above 83.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 446 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Tynlee most popular?
The single biggest year for Tynlee was 2016, when 49 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Tynlee is about 11 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Tynlee a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Tynlee 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.