Tyrek Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tyrek is a modern English name that likely stems from Tyree, influenced by Gaelic roots. It means 'land' and is associated with strength. The name has gained prominence in recent decades, particularly in certain cultural communities, and is viewed positively today.
The name Tyrek is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Tyrek has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Tyrek' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7360th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2638th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1455th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5321st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Tyrek' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tyrek"
Pronunciation
/taɪˈrɛk/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Tyrek is a modern name that is likely derived from the name Tyree, which itself may be influenced by the name Tyrone or related to the Gaelic word for land.
Meaning
Land
Language Evolution
Tyree, Tyrone
Historical Usage
Tyrek gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among African American communities in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Tyree, Tyrone, Tyrik
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Tyrek is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with strength and individuality.
Famous People
Tyrek Hill (American football player), Tyrek Johnson (professional athlete)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tyrek"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Tyrek"
"Tyrek" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7360th of 10718 | 23 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2638th of 16616 | 373 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1455th of 24088 | 1,567 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5321st of 23106 | 208 |
Regional Popularity of "Tyrek" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
26.99% 1208th/4475 |
35.29% 1833rd/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
42.78% 1960th/4582 |
29.07% 1501st/5164 |
13.52% 989th/7313 |
49.12% 3666th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Tyrek" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tyrek"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tyrek" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.