Ty

Masculine

Meaning

A house or dwelling, or a shortened form of names beginning with Ty-.

Etymology

Ty can derive from Old English 'tīg,' meaning house, or serve as a diminutive of longer names such as Tyler, Tyson, or Tyrone. As a standalone name, it gained popularity in the 20th century.

About the Name Ty

Ty is a modern, informal given name popular in English-speaking countries, often used as a standalone name or nickname. It has become increasingly common as a first name since the mid-20th century.

Notable Bearers

Ty Cobb Ty Murray Ty Pennington

Historical People Named Ty

Ty Cobb