Tyler vs Alan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tyler

Boy #191 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"tile maker, brick layer"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #167 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome"

Origin: Celtic

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Tyler Rank #191

Alan Rank #167

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 vs #191 for Tyler.

Is Tyler or Alan more popular?

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 compared to Tyler at #191 in the United States.

What do Tyler and Alan mean?

Tyler means "tile maker, brick layer" (Old English origin). Alan means "handsome" (Celtic origin).

Are Tyler and Alan boy or girl names?

Tyler is primarily a boy name. Alan is primarily a boy name.