Tyra
Tyra: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Tyra
- A female given name originating as a coinage, of African American usage.
- A female given name from Swedish.
How popular is Tyra?
Since 1880, 14,626 girls and 143 boys in the U.S. have been named Tyra (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #320 in 1998. Its highest rank for boys was #2662 in 1963. In 2025, 32 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Tyra FAQ
What does the name Tyra mean?
A female given name originating as a coinage, of African American usage. A female given name from Swedish.
What is the origin of the name Tyra?
Tyra is listed as a name of Swedish origin.
How popular is the name Tyra?
Since 1880, 14,626 girls and 143 boys in the U.S. have been named Tyra (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #320 in 1998. Its highest rank for boys was #2662 in 1963. In 2025, 32 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Tyra a boy or girl name?
Tyra is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 14,626 girls and 143 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.