Lyon vs Tyce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lyon

Boy #1,890 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion"

Origin: French/Latin

Cultural Roots

French English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,890
Total SSA Count
84
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ly

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Tyce

Boy #2,037 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"firebrand, burning torch"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,037
Total SSA Count
75
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ty

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Lyon Rank #1,890
Tyce Rank #2,037

Lyon is more popular, ranked #1890 vs #2037 for Tyce.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lyon ___

  • Lyon James
  • Lyon Alexander
  • Lyon Thomas
  • Lyon William
  • Lyon Cole
  • Lyon Reid

Tyce ___

  • Tyce James
  • Tyce Lee
  • Tyce Cole
  • Tyce Dean
  • Tyce Reed
  • Tyce Brooks

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Lyon

Sienna Paris Rowan Celeste Austen

If you choose Tyce

Bryce Ryker Jace Zane Piper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lyon or Tyce more popular?

Lyon is more popular, ranked #1890 compared to Tyce at #2037 in the United States.

What do Lyon and Tyce mean?

Lyon means "lion" (French/Latin origin). Tyce means "firebrand, burning torch" (Old French origin).

Are Lyon and Tyce boy or girl names?

Lyon is primarily a boy name. Tyce is primarily a boy name.

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