Paul vs Tyler

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Paul

Boy #264 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"small, humble"

Origin: Latin Paulus

Cultural Roots

Latin Christian English French German Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#264
Total SSA Count
1,320
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Paul Rank #264
Tyler Rank #191

Tyler is more popular, ranked #191 vs #264 for Paul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paul or Tyler more popular?

Tyler is more popular, ranked #191 compared to Paul at #264 in the United States.

What do Paul and Tyler mean?

Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin). Tyler means "tile maker, brick layer" (Old English origin).

Are Paul and Tyler boy or girl names?

Paul is primarily a boy name. Tyler is primarily a boy name.

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