Tyus Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tyus is a name of Latin origin, derived from the family name Titius, meaning 'of the Titius family'. It has evolved from its Latin roots into a modern English name. The name evokes traits of strength and uniqueness. It does not have biblical relevance and gained popularity in the United States in the late 20th century.
The name Tyus is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West 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, Tyus has been 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 Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Tyus' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10102nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3755th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3336th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3620th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Tyus' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tyus"
Pronunciation
/ˈtaɪəs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Tyus is derived from the Latin name 'Titius', which is believed to have originated from the ancient Roman family name. It has associations with the Roman god of the underworld, Tityos.
Meaning
of the Titius family
Language Evolution
Titius, Tyus
Historical Usage
The name Tyus gained some popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly as a given name in African American communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Titus, Ty, Tye
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Tyus is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with strength and individuality.
Famous People
Tyus Edney, an American former professional basketball player, Tyus Jones, an American professional basketball player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tyus"
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 "Tyus"
"Tyus" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10102nd of 10718 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3755th of 16616 | 221 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3336th of 24088 | 470 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3620th of 23106 | 366 |
Regional Popularity of "Tyus" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
40.60% 2109th/5194 |
44.56% 2815th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
51.89% 3795th/7313 |
40.73% 3040th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
66.11% 4510th/6822 |
71.13% 4464th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Tyus" 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 "Tyus"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tyus" 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.