UK name, mostly boys
Tylar
A variant spelling of the English given name Tyler, derived from the medieval French tuilier meaning "tile maker".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Tylar is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Tylar popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4789, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2011, with 9 births.
This profile covers 94 England and Wales registrations across 19 recorded years from 1996 to 2021. The figures come from ONS England and Wales and NRS Scotland, 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 33% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 111 living people in the UK are called Tylar. 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 2022 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Tylar ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales in 2021, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2011, when 9 boys were registered as Tylar.
- • Tylar ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #680 in 2014.
- • About 111 living people in the UK are estimated to have Tylar as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 87.0% of Tylar registrations are for boys.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4789
2021
Births in 2021
3
Latest year
Peak year
2011
9 births
Estimated living
111
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Tylar
In England and Wales birth records, Tylar has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 87.0% of registrations are for boys and 13.0% 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.
Tylar registered for boys
- Ranked #4,789 in 2021
- 3 boys registered in 2021
- Peak: 2011 (9 births)
Tylar registered for girls
- Ranked #2,540 in 2002
- 6 girls registered in 2002
- Peak: 2002 (6 births)
Meaning
What does Tylar mean?
The name Tylar finds its origins in the Old English language, tracing back to the 9th century. It is derived from the Old English word "tyl," which means "to labor" or "to work hard." This suggests that the name was likely given to individuals who were known for their diligence and industriousness.
In ancient Anglo-Saxon records, various spellings of the name can be found, such as "Tylere," "Tylare," and "Tilere." These variations reflect the fluid nature of language and spelling conventions during that time period. The name was particularly prevalent in regions of present-day England, where it was commonly used among the working class and those engaged in skilled trades.
One of the earliest known references to the name Tylar can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. This historical document recorded the name as a surname, indicating the existence of individuals with this moniker during the Norman conquest of England.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Tylar. One of the earliest recorded examples is Tylar the Mason, a skilled stonemason who lived in the 12th century and is credited with the construction of several churches and abbeys in England. Another notable figure is Tylar the Scribe, a 14th-century monk known for his exceptional calligraphy and illuminated manuscripts.
In the realm of literature, Tylar Chaucer, a distant relative of the famous poet Geoffrey Chaucer, is mentioned in a 15th-century manuscript as a renowned scholar and translator. Moving forward in time, Tylar Browne (1590-1645) was an English politician and member of the Long Parliament during the English Civil War.
Lastly, Tylar Wordsworth (1770-1850), a lesser-known sibling of the celebrated Romantic poet William Wordsworth, was a renowned naturalist and explorer who documented the flora and fauna of the Lake District in England.
These historical figures, spanning various centuries and professions, exemplify the enduring nature of the name Tylar and its association with individuals who have made significant contributions to their respective fields.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Tylar over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Tylar in England and Wales, from 1996 to 2021. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Tylar, the clearest high point is 2011. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2021, compared with 9 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Tylar by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Tylar 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 | #4789 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #3165 | 30 | 5 |
| 2000s | #2705 | 48 | 9 |
| 1990s | #2761 | 13 | 4 |
Geography
Where Tylar is most common
The bars show the latest published local birth counts for Tylar. They are useful for spotting where the name is showing up in real numbers, while the rank beside each bar shows how strongly it performs inside that region.
Tylar ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #680 in 2014.
Across the UK
Tylar in Scotland and Northern Ireland
Scotland (NRS)
#680 in 2014
5 years of NRS records, 18 total registered
Related
Names similar to Tylar
- Thomas 160,894
- Tyler 42,147
- Theo 40,594
- Toby 32,482
- Theodore 30,211
- Tommy 25,300
- Teddy 20,781
- Taylor 14,354
- Tobias 13,102
- Tom 9,822
- Tristan 9,171
- Timothy 6,200
FAQ
Tylar: questions and answers
How popular is the name Tylar in the UK right now?
In 2021, Tylar was ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Tylar most popular?
The peak year on record was 2011, with 9 babies registered as Tylar in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Tylar?
A variant spelling of the English given name Tyler, derived from the medieval French tuilier meaning "tile maker".
How many people are called Tylar in the UK?
A total of 94 babies have been registered as Tylar across the 19 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here, plus 18 more in Scotland.
Where is Tylar most common?
In the latest published local rankings, Tylar ranks best in Scotland, where it placed #680 in 2014. The regional bars on this page use birth counts, so they also reflect the size of each region.
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.