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Tyler-Jay

Boy name · 12 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Tyler-Jay: 12 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2006.

Tyler-Jay combines two well-established names into a modern double-barreled choice that has grown popular in Scotland. The first part, Tyler, started as an English occupational surname for someone who lays tiles, while Jay can be a bird name or a diminutive of Jason or James. Though no single globally famous bearer stands out, the name reflects a trend for blending surnames with nature-inspired elements. Tyler, Texas, shares the surname origin, though it was actually named after President John Tyler rather than the occupation itself. In Scotland, double names like Tyler-Jay are often used to honour family surnames while maintaining a fresh, contemporary feel—a rhythmic pairing that appeals to parents looking for something both traditional and distinctive for their baby.

Boy 4 of 52 years

Peak year
20063 babies
Latest (2014)
#6803 babies
Total births
12since 2006
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2006 · 3
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).