Tyler

boyOld English

Tyler is an boy name of Old English origin, meaning “Tile maker, tiler”.

MeaningTile maker, tiler
GenderBoy
OriginOld English
PronunciationTY-ler
TraditionModern & Classic
Used inUnited States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia

Meaning and origin of Tyler

Tyler began as an English occupational surname for someone who made or laid tiles. It comes from the Old English tigele, borrowed from the Latin tegula. The surname is known from Wat Tyler, leader of the Peasants' Revolt of 1381, and from John Tyler, the tenth American president. As a first name it boomed in the United States in the 1980s and 1990s, and it is also given to girls.

Is Tyler a religious name?

Tyler is a trade name and has no religious background.

How popular is Tyler?

Very common in English-speaking countries, especially for boys born in the 1990s.

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Spellings and variants of Tyler

TylorTylar

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Tyler mean?

Tyler means 'Tile maker, tiler'. It is of Old English origin.

Does Tyler have a religious meaning?

Tyler is a trade name and has no religious background.

How do you pronounce Tyler?

Tyler is pronounced TY-ler.

Is Tyler a boy or girl name?

Tyler is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.