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Rigel vs Tycho

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tycho

Boy #5,810 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hitting the mark, fortunate"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Danish Dutch English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,810
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Rigel Rank #6,009
Tycho Rank #5,810

Tycho is more popular, ranked #5810 vs #6009 for Rigel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rigel or Tycho more popular?

Tycho is more popular, ranked #5810 compared to Rigel at #6009 in the United States.

What do Rigel and Tycho mean?

Rigel means "foot (of Orion)" (Arabic origin). Tycho means "hitting the mark, fortunate" (Greek origin).

Are Rigel and Tycho boy or girl names?

Rigel is primarily a boy name. Tycho is primarily a boy name.

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