Tyger
Pronunciation: [ t-EYEG-er ]
Tyger is a boy baby name. Ranked #7,373 in the US, popular nicknames include Tyg, Tyy, and Tygie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Tyger first appeared in US Social Security records in 1988.
Over 439 babies have been named Tyger in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tyger is past its peak , currently ranked #7,373 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #7,373
- Total SSA Count
- 12
Nicknames
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Tyger is also used as a girl name, ranked #58130.
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About the Name Tyger
Tyger is a boy name .
Is Tyger a boy or girl name? Tyger is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #7,373 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #58,130. Tyger is more commonly used as a boy name.
Tyger is currently ranked #7,373 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Tyger include Tyg, Tyy, and Tygie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis