Tyler is a masculine given name of English origin, derived from an occupational surname meaning "tiler of roofs". It gained popularity as a first name in the United States in the 1970s and 1980s, possibly influenced by the success of the TV show "The Waltons", which featured a character named John-Boy Walton who had a friend named Tyler. The name has since become a common and popular choice for baby boys in the US and other English-speaking countries. Notable people with the name Tyler include actor Tyler Perry, musician Tyler Joseph of the band Twenty One Pilots, and football player Tyler Eifert.
Ty rank report (US ranking for newborns 2021)