Tyrus Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tyrus is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'rock', derived from the ancient city of Tyre known for its historical significance in trade. The name has evolved through various linguistic forms and gained popularity during the Renaissance. It carries traits of strength and resilience, with biblical relevance connected to the city mentioned in scripture.
The name Tyrus is most popular in Georgia, 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, Tyrus 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, 'Tyrus' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1614th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2385th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1708th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1247th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1372nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1542nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2191st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Tyrus' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tyrus"
Pronunciation
/ˈtaɪrəs/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Tyrus is derived from the ancient city of Tyre, which was a significant Phoenician city-state known for its commerce and maritime prowess.
Meaning
rock
Language Evolution
Tyros (Ancient Greek), Tyrus (Latin), Tyrus (English)
Biblical Background
Tyrus is mentioned in the Bible as a prominent city associated with trade and commerce, often symbolizing wealth and pride.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity during the Renaissance as interest in classical antiquity surged, and it has been used in various forms in literature and culture since then.
Variants & Derivatives
Tyre, Ty, Tyr
Modern Popularity & Image
Tyrus is perceived as a strong and distinctive name, often associated with resilience and strength due to its historical connections.
Famous People
Tyrese Gibson (American actor and singer), Tyrus (American professional wrestler and actor)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tyrus"
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 "Tyrus"
"Tyrus" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1614th of 7545 | 348 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2385th of 6773 | 184 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1708th of 7552 | 399 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1247th of 10718 | 724 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1372nd of 16616 | 997 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1542nd of 24088 | 1,445 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2191st of 23106 | 775 |
Regional Popularity of "Tyrus" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
83.05% 1176th/1416 |
- |
74.26% 1757th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
95.07% 2237th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
63.27% 1805th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
40.82% 1199th/2937 |
- |
28.31% 996th/3518 |
57.34% 2319th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
42.82% 1578th/3685 |
57.01% 2551st/4475 |
26.22% 1362nd/5194 |
37.53% 2371st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
32.23% 1477th/4582 |
71.90% 3713th/5164 |
22.08% 1615th/7313 |
30.51% 2277th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
55.32% 2204th/3984 |
- |
32.35% 2207th/6822 |
38.37% 2408th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Tyrus" 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 "Tyrus"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tyrus" 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.