Tyrae
A masculine name of uncertain origin, potentially derived from the Old French "tirer" meaning "to pull".
Name Census estimates that about 353 living Americans carry the first name Tyrae. It is a predominantly male name (90.3% of registrations). The average person named Tyrae today is around 27 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Tyrae births was 2000 (26 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Tyrae. 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
353
~ 1 in 970,975 Americans
Peak year
2000
26 babies that year
Average age
27
years old
2019 SSA rank
#13,964
Tracked since 1979
Gender
Gender distribution for Tyrae
Tyrae leans heavily male at 90.3% of total registrations, but 35 girls have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Tyrae as a male name
- Ranked #13,964 in 2019
- 5 male births in 2019
- Peak: 1999 (22 births)
Tyrae as a female name
- Ranked #15,250 in 2001
- 6 female births in 2001
- Peak: 1998 (7 births)
Popularity
Tyrae: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Tyrae from the 1970s through to the 2010s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 161 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1990s peak, Tyrae remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Tyrae 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 Tyrae 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 Tyrae
The name Tyrae finds its origins in ancient Mesopotamia, where it was derived from the Sumerian word "tirat," meaning "to protect" or "to guard." It was initially associated with warriors and soldiers, who were tasked with safeguarding their communities. The earliest known record of this name dates back to around 2500 BCE, where it was inscribed on a clay tablet found in the ruins of the city of Ur.
As the centuries passed, the name Tyrae spread throughout the region, appearing in various ancient texts and historical records. In the Epic of Gilgamesh, one of the earliest surviving works of literature, there is mention of a character named Tyrae, who was a valiant warrior renowned for his bravery and loyalty.
During the reign of the Babylonian Empire, around 1800 BCE, the name Tyrae gained popularity among the nobility and ruling class. It was often bestowed upon young princes and nobles, symbolizing their responsibility to protect their people and uphold the values of their kingdom.
One of the most notable historical figures bearing the name Tyrae was a Babylonian general who lived in the 6th century BCE. He was celebrated for his military victories and his unwavering commitment to defending his nation against invading forces. His exploits were recorded in the chronicles of the time, and his name became synonymous with courage and strength.
In the 4th century BCE, a Greek philosopher named Tyrae hailed from the city of Athens. He was a student of Socrates and is credited with writing several influential works on ethics and moral philosophy. His teachings emphasized the importance of virtue, justice, and the pursuit of knowledge.
During the medieval period, the name Tyrae was relatively uncommon but still appeared in various historical records. In the 11th century, a renowned poet and scholar from Persia bore this name. His works, which explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, were widely celebrated and have left a lasting impact on Persian literature.
Throughout history, the name Tyrae has been associated with individuals who embodied the qualities of protection, courage, and unwavering determination. While its popularity may have fluctuated across different eras and cultures, it has remained a symbol of strength and resilience, reflecting the enduring legacy of its ancient origins.
People
Tyrae + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Tyrae 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
Tyrae: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Tyrae?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 353 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Tyrae 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 970,975 US residents.
Is Tyrae a common name?
We classify Tyrae as "Very Rare". It ranks above 81% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 361 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Tyrae most popular?
The single biggest year for Tyrae was 2000, when 26 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Tyrae is about 27 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Tyrae a male name?
Yes, 90.3% of people registered as Tyrae 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.