Tyrion
Primarily a boy's name of Welsh origin with 741 recorded births. Also given to 7 girls.
Meaning & Origin
Tyrion has 741 recorded U.S. births across 27+ years, peaking at 62 in 2015. It occupies the space between “never heard of it” and “everyone has one in their class” — a name that feels personal without being obscure.
In the most recent SSA release, Tyrion ranks #4541 among U.S. boy names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Tyrion is a boy's and girl's baby name of fictional origin, created by author George R.R. Martin for the character Tyrion Lannister in A Song of Ice and Fire (adapted as HBO's Game of Thrones). The name appears to blend elements of Welsh and Irish naming styles, possibly influenced by Tyr, the Norse god of justice and law.
Tyrion Lannister — the sharp-witted, wine-loving, and morally complex 'Imp' — became one of the most beloved characters in television history, bringing his name to worldwide recognition. Parents who choose Tyrion are paying tribute to one of fiction's great antiheroes: brilliant, resilient, and impossible to underestimate.
EtymologyShow more
Tyrion first shows up in U.S. Social Security records in 1997. First appearing in the 1990s, Tyrion emerged during a period of rapid naming innovation in America, when parents increasingly created new names or adopted them from global cultures.
Its Welsh classification suggests a path from welsh linguistic traditions into American usage, though the specific route — whether through immigration, literature, or cultural exchange — would require deeper historical research.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Tyrion climbed 929 spots in the last 20 years — from #5470 to #4541.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 143 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 443 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 137 | ▲ |
| 1990s | 18 | — |
The Story of Tyrion
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2015, Tyrion is a fresh, modern favorite. Boys named Tyrion are most likely born between 2005 and 2024.
How rare is Tyrion?
Only about 1 in every 156,522 babies born in 2024 was named Tyrion — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1997, peaked in the 2010s with 443 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Tyrion by the numbers
- Would fill 15 school buses
- Meeting one Tyrion per day would take 2 years
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(28 years, 1997–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 23 | #4541 |
| 2023 | 25 | #4328 |
| 2022 | 28 | #3979 |
| 2021 | 35 | #3350 |
| 2020 | 32 | #3487 |
| 2019 | 57 | #2390 |
| 2018 | 58 | #2323 |
| 2017 | 55 | #2381 |
| 2016 | 58 | #2303 |
| 2015 | 62 | #2210 |
| 2014 | 60 | #2253 |
| 2013 | 44 | #2711 |
| 2012 | 20 | #4847 |
| 2011 | 18 | #5182 |
| 2010 | 11 | #7551 |
| 2009 | 17 | #5539 |
| 2008 | 16 | #5748 |
| 2007 | 14 | #6243 |
| 2006 | 12 | #6881 |
| 2005 | 14 | #5856 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Tyrion as a Girl's Name
While overwhelmingly a boy's name, Tyrion has also been given to 7 girls in the U.S. since 1998.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1997–2024