Find out how popular the first name Tyreese has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Tyreese by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Tyreese is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 98% of people named Tyreese being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 13 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Tyreese.

The history of the first name Tyreese

The given name Tyreese is a modern derivative of the Greek name Tyrese, which stems from the word "tiro" meaning cheese or curd. It is believed to have originated in the Byzantine Empire during the Middle Ages, around the 5th to 15th centuries CE.

The earliest recorded use of the name Tyrese dates back to the 9th century CE, where it was mentioned in a Byzantine manuscript as the name of a merchant from the city of Constantinople. However, it was not a widely popular name during that time period.

The name gained some prominence in the 15th century when a Byzantine scholar and philosopher named Tyrese Chrysoloras (1355-1415) became influential in the spread of Greek literature and language to Western Europe during the Renaissance period.

Another notable historical figure with the name was Tyrese the Armorian (c. 790-867), a Breton ruler and military leader who fought against the Frankish Empire in the early 9th century.

In the 19th century, the name Tyrese was used as a character in the novel "The Count of Monte Cristo" by Alexandre Dumas, published in 1844. The character was a French sailor who played a minor role in the story.

As the name Tyrese evolved over time, it eventually led to the modern spelling variation of Tyreese, which became more popular in the English-speaking world, particularly in the United States, during the late 20th century.

Some examples of notable individuals with the given name Tyreese include Tyreese Burnett (born 1967), an American actor known for his roles in TV series like "The Wire" and "Cobra Kai"; Tyreese Allen (born 1989), an American professional basketball player; and Tyreese Breshers (born 1991), an American football defensive lineman who played in the NFL.

Data source

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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