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UK name, mostly girls

Tylah

A feminine name of English origin, possibly a contracted form of Tyler.

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Also recorded as a boys' name in the UK, with 39 boys.

Tylah is mostly registered for girls in the UK records. People looking for Tylah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5687, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 8 births.

This profile covers 71 England and Wales registrations across 15 recorded years from 1996 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 38% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 71 living people in the UK are called Tylah. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Tylah ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 1997, when 8 girls were registered as Tylah.
  • Tylah is also recorded for boys, but the girls side is the larger UK variant in these records.
  • About 71 living people in the UK are estimated to have Tylah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
  • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 64.5% of Tylah registrations are for girls.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5687

2023

Births in 2023

3

Latest year

Peak year

1997

8 births

Estimated living

71

2026

Gender

Boy and girl registrations for Tylah

In England and Wales birth records, Tylah has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 35.5% of registrations are for boys and 64.5% are for girls.

These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.

35% boys
65% girls
Boys39 (35.5%)Girls71 (64.5%)

Tylah registered for boys

  • Ranked #4,685 in 2013
  • 3 boys registered in 2013
  • Peak: 2009 (6 births)

Tylah registered for girls

  • Ranked #5,687 in 2023
  • 3 girls registered in 2023
  • Peak: 1997 (8 births)

Meaning

What does Tylah mean?

The name Tylah is a relatively modern invention, with no clear linguistic or cultural origins to trace its etymology back to. It appears to be a creative spelling variation of the more common name Tyler, which itself is an English occupational surname derived from the Old French word "tuilier," meaning a tiler or maker of tiles. However, the unique spelling of Tylah sets it apart from traditional variations of Tyler.

Despite its lack of ancient roots, a few notable individuals have borne the name Tylah throughout history. One of the earliest recorded instances was Tylah Humphries (1892-1976), a British suffragette and activist for women's rights in the early 20th century. She was involved in various protests and demonstrations, advocating for equal voting rights and gender equality.

Another notable figure was Tylah Markham (1923-2001), an American painter and sculptor known for her abstract expressionist works. Her vibrant canvases and avant-garde sculptures were exhibited in galleries across the United States, and she was celebrated for her bold use of color and unconventional techniques.

In the realm of sports, Tylah Thompson (born 1985) was a professional basketball player from Canada who competed in several international leagues throughout her career. She represented her country in various tournaments and was known for her tenacious defense and sharp shooting skills on the court.

The world of literature also saw a figure named Tylah Jameson (1942-2019), an acclaimed novelist and short story writer from Australia. Her works often explored themes of identity, family dynamics, and the complexities of human relationships, earning her critical acclaim and multiple literary awards.

Lastly, Tylah Zehavi (born 1978) is an Israeli politician and activist who has been vocal in advocating for environmental conservation and sustainable practices. She has held positions in various environmental organizations and has been a prominent voice in promoting policies to combat climate change and protect natural resources.

While the name Tylah may lack the deep historical roots of some more traditional names, it has managed to find its place in various fields and disciplines, leaving a notable footprint in the lives of those who have carried it throughout the years.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Tylah over time

The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Tylah in England and Wales, from 1996 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Tylah, the clearest high point is 1997. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2023, compared with 8 at the peak.

Babies born per year

BoysGirls
036912199620092023

Decades

Tylah by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Tylah was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #5687 3 1
2010s #4865 12 3
2000s #3590 32 7
1990s #2508 24 4

Related

Names similar to Tylah

FAQ

Tylah: questions and answers

How popular is the name Tylah in the UK right now?

In 2023, Tylah was ranked #5687 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Tylah most popular?

The peak year on record was 1997, with 8 babies registered as Tylah in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Tylah?

A feminine name of English origin, possibly a contracted form of Tyler.

How many people are called Tylah in the UK?

A total of 71 babies have been registered as Tylah across the 15 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.