Arthur vs Tyler

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arthur

Boy #105 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bear, bear-like strength"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Cultural Roots

English French Welsh British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#105
Total SSA Count
3,318
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Tyler

Boy #191 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"tile maker, brick layer"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#191
Total SSA Count
1,908
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Arthur Rank #105
Tyler Rank #191

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 vs #191 for Tyler.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arthur or Tyler more popular?

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 compared to Tyler at #191 in the United States.

What do Arthur and Tyler mean?

Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Tyler means "tile maker, brick layer" (Old English origin).

Are Arthur and Tyler boy or girl names?

Arthur is primarily a boy name. Tyler is primarily a boy name.

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