Tyson

Meaning of Tyson

Son of Ty; fiery-tempered

Tyson has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Tyson

Tyson has cooled off, slipping to #531 in 2025, down from a peak of #237 in 2009.

Notable people named Tyson

• Mike Tyson
  Former professional boxer
• Neil deGrasse Tyson
  Astrophysicist and science communicator
• Tyson Beckford
  American model and actor
• Tyson Chandler
  Professional basketball player
• Tyson Ritter
  Lead singer of All-American Rejects

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Questions about the name Tyson

What does the name Tyson mean?

Tyson means son of ty; fiery-tempered, and it comes from English origins.

Is Tyson a boy's or a girl's name?

Tyson is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Tyson?

In 2025, Tyson ranked #531 for boys, down from #458 the year before.

When was Tyson most popular?

Tyson peaked at #237 in 2009.