Tyler

Meaning

Tyler comes from an occupational surname for a maker or layer of tiles, from Old French and Middle English forms related to tile work. As a given name, it was adopted much later from the surname tradition rather than from an older saint's name or classical source. In modern use, it carries the feel of a sturdy, practical English name.

Origin

Fun fact

Tyler is one of many English occupational surnames that later became popular first names, especially in the late 20th century.