Find out how popular the first name Tyrion has been for the last 27 years (from 1997 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Tyrion by gender

Based on the last 27 years of data, Tyrion is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 99% of people named Tyrion being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 25 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Tyrion.

The history of the first name Tyrion

The name Tyrion is a modern invention, likely inspired by the fictional character Tyrion Lannister from the A Song of Ice and Fire book series by George R.R. Martin. The name does not have a clear linguistic origin or historical roots in any known language or culture.

While the name Tyrion itself is a relatively recent creation, it may have been influenced by the ancient Greek name Tyrannus, which means "sovereign" or "ruler." However, this connection is speculative and not well-established.

As a fictional name, Tyrion gained widespread recognition and popularity after the release of the Game of Thrones television series, which adapted the A Song of Ice and Fire books. The character Tyrion Lannister, portrayed by actor Peter Dinklage, became a fan favorite and contributed to the name's increased usage.

Since the name Tyrion is a modern invention, there are no historical records or ancient texts that explicitly mention individuals with this name. However, a few notable people have adopted or been given the name in recent times, likely inspired by the fictional character.

One example is Tyrion Sheldon, a Welsh professional boxer born in 1993. Another is Tyrion Ingram-Hughes, a British actor born in 2007 who has appeared in various television shows and films.

While the name Tyrion does not have a long historical lineage, its popularity and recognition can be attributed to the influential work of literature and television that introduced the character of Tyrion Lannister to a global audience.

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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