Tyke
boy nameTyke entered the US charts in 1968, peaked at #4136 in 1968, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1968–2025
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rank today
#4136
peak (1968)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #4136 |
| 1980s | #6248 |
| 1990s | #7384 |
| 2000s | #8090 |
| 2010s | #10022 |
| 2020s | #9796 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Tyke are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Tyke alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tyke in 2025?
- Tyke is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Tyke most popular?
- Tyke peaked in 1968, reaching #4136 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Tyke with classmates?
- Tyke will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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