Tyruss
Name of uncertain origin, possibly from the Latin word "tyrus" meaning "tyrant".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Tyruss. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Tyruss today is around 28 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Tyruss births was 1998 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Tyruss. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Tyruss. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1998
5 babies that year
Average age
28
years old
1998 SSA rank
#11,225
Tracked since 1998
Popularity
Tyruss: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Tyruss 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 Tyruss during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Tyruss
The given name Tyruss is of ancient Greek origin, tracing its roots back to the classical era. It is believed to be derived from the Greek word "tyros," meaning "cheese" or "curd." The name likely emerged from rural regions of Greece, where cheesemaking was an integral part of the agricultural economy and culture.
In the early days of its usage, Tyruss was commonly associated with shepherds, farmers, and those involved in dairy production. Its connection to cheese and the pastoral lifestyle made it a popular choice among the ancient Greek peasantry and lower classes.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Tyruss can be found in the writings of the ancient Greek historian Herodotus, who mentioned a shepherd by that name in his work "The Histories," dating back to the 5th century BCE. Herodotus described Tyruss as a wise and respected figure among his community, renowned for his skill in cheesemaking and his deep knowledge of the land.
Throughout the classical era, several notable individuals bore the name Tyruss. One such figure was Tyruss of Sparta, a celebrated warrior who fought in the Peloponnesian War against Athens in the 5th century BCE. His bravery and tactical acumen on the battlefield earned him a place in the annals of Spartan military history.
Another prominent Tyruss was a philosopher and mathematician who lived in the 3rd century BCE. He is credited with contributing to the development of early geometric principles and is believed to have been a contemporary of the renowned mathematician Euclid.
In the literary realm, a playwright named Tyruss gained recognition in the 2nd century BCE for his satirical comedies, which offered insightful social commentary on the customs and mores of ancient Greek society.
Moving into the early Christian era, the name Tyruss appears in several religious texts and manuscripts. One notable figure was Tyruss of Antioch, a 4th-century bishop and theologian who played a significant role in shaping early Christian doctrine and defending the faith against heresies.
Throughout the centuries, the name Tyruss has been carried by various individuals across different cultures and regions, though its usage has been relatively rare compared to other Greek names. Nonetheless, it remains a testament to the rich cultural heritage of ancient Greece and the enduring influence of its language and traditions.
People
Tyruss + last name combinations
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FAQ
Tyruss: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Tyruss?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Tyruss 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 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Tyruss a common name?
We classify Tyruss as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Tyruss most popular?
The single biggest year for Tyruss was 1998, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Tyruss is about 28 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Tyruss in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Tyruss a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Tyruss 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.
Is Tyruss still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Tyruss in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Tyruss can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Tyruss?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.