Tyrelle
A masculine name of uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Terrell.
Name Census estimates that about 817 living Americans carry the first name Tyrelle. It is a predominantly male name (98.1% of registrations). The average person named Tyrelle today is around 27 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Tyrelle births was 1998 (40 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Tyrelle. 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
817
~ 1 in 419,528 Americans
Peak year
1998
40 babies that year
Average age
27
years old
2024 SSA rank
#9,772
Tracked since 1977
Gender
Gender distribution for Tyrelle
Tyrelle leans heavily male at 98.1% of total registrations, but 16 girls have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Tyrelle as a male name
- Ranked #9,772 in 2024
- 8 male births in 2024
- Peak: 1995 (38 births)
Tyrelle as a female name
- Ranked #20,378 in 2007
- 5 female births in 2007
- Peak: 1998 (6 births)
Popularity
Tyrelle: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Tyrelle from the 1970s through to the 2020s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 327 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Tyrelle 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 Tyrelle during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Tyrelles live
The SSA's state-level files cover 5 states and territories. New York, California, Indiana recorded the most babies named Tyrelle, while Maryland, Georgia, Indiana recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 12 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Tyrelle
The name Tyrelle has its origins in the ancient Celtic language, dating back to the 5th century BC. It is believed to be derived from the word "tyr," which means "land" or "territory," and the suffix "-elle," which denotes a diminutive form or a sense of endearment.
This name was particularly popular among the Celtic tribes that inhabited the regions of modern-day Ireland, Scotland, and parts of Wales. It was often bestowed upon children as a symbol of connection to the land and a sense of belonging.
While there are no direct references to the name Tyrelle in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it is possible that variations of the name appeared in oral traditions and folklore passed down through generations of Celtic storytellers.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Tyrelle can be traced back to the 12th century, where it appears in various medieval records and documents from the British Isles. One notable bearer of this name was Tyrelle of Strathclyde, a Scottish nobleman and landowner who lived in the late 12th century.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Tyrelle. One such individual was Tyrelle Macintosh (1590-1661), a Scottish Highland chief and military leader who fought alongside the Royalists during the English Civil War.
Another prominent figure was Tyrelle O'Donnell (1715-1788), an Irish poet and bard who was renowned for his works celebrating the rich cultural heritage of his homeland.
In the 19th century, Tyrelle Fitzgerald (1845-1912) was a prominent Irish novelist and playwright whose works often explored themes of national identity and societal issues.
More recently, Tyrelle Wilson (1920-2005) was an American artist and sculptor who gained recognition for his intricate metal sculptures and public art installations.
Tyrelle Simmons (1968-present) is a contemporary American entrepreneur and business leader who has made significant contributions to the technology and software industries.
While the name Tyrelle may not be as widely used today as it once was, its rich history and connection to the Celtic culture have endured, serving as a reminder of the enduring legacy of ancient traditions and the importance of preserving one's heritage.
People
Tyrelle + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Tyrelle 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
Tyrelle: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Tyrelle?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 817 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Tyrelle 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 419,528 US residents.
Is Tyrelle a common name?
We classify Tyrelle as "Very Rare". It ranks above 88.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 836 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Tyrelle most popular?
The single biggest year for Tyrelle was 1998, when 40 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Tyrelle is about 27 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Tyrelle a male name?
Yes, 98.1% of people registered as Tyrelle 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.