Tyler Gooding

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Tyler Gooding — tile maker
134K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Tyler Gooding is a name that combines English origins. The first name Tyler is a masculine given name of English origin. Tyler is a given name that is gender-neutral but predominantly male, as well as a surname. It is an Old English name derived from the Old French tieuleor, tieulier (tiler, tile maker) and the Middle English tyler, tylere. The name was originally an occupational name for a housebuilder, one who lays tiles or bricks. It also holds the meaning of "doorkeeper of an inn" or "owner of a tavern", derived from its use in freemasonry as the name of the office of the outer guard. Among the earliest recorded uses of the surname is Wat Tyler (1341–1381) of Kent, England. The surname Gooding: Alf Gooding (died 2018), Welsh entrepreneur Anthony Simonds-Gooding (1937–2017), Irish executive Arthur C. Gooding (1871–1971), American businessman and politician Andrew Gooding (born 1964), Jamaican sailor Caroline Gooding (1959–2014), British solicitor and activist for individuals with disabilities Cecil Gooding (1883–1904), American football player Celia Rose Gooding (born 2000), American actress and singer Cuba Gooding Sr. (1944–2017), American soul singer Cuba Gooding Jr. (born 1968), American actor and son of Cuba Gooding Sr. Tyler is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 134K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Tyler reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Tyler

Meaning: tile maker

English

Tyler is a given name that is gender-neutral but predominantly male, as well as a surname. It is an Old English name derived from the Old French tieuleor, tieulier (tiler, tile maker) and the Middle English tyler, tylere. The name was originally an occupational name for a housebuilder, one who lays tiles or bricks. It also holds the meaning of "doorkeeper of an inn" or "owner of a tavern", derived from its use in freemasonry as the name of the office of the outer guard. Among the earliest recorded uses of the surname is Wat Tyler (1341–1381) of Kent, England.

Surname: Gooding

Irish

Alf Gooding (died 2018), Welsh entrepreneur Anthony Simonds-Gooding (1937–2017), Irish executive Arthur C. Gooding (1871–1971), American businessman and politician Andrew Gooding (born 1964), Jamaican sailor Caroline Gooding (1959–2014), British solicitor and activist for individuals with disabilities Cecil Gooding (1883–1904), American football player Celia Rose Gooding (born 2000), American actress and singer Cuba Gooding Sr. (1944–2017), American soul singer Cuba Gooding Jr. (born 1968), American actor and son of Cuba Gooding Sr.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Tyler is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Tyler by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Tyler Gooding

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Tyler Gooding:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Tyler?
The first name Tyler originates from English. Tyler is a given name that is gender-neutral but predominantly male, as well as a surname. It is an Old English name derived from the Old French tieuleor, tieulier (tiler, tile maker) and the Middle English tyler, tylere. The name was originally an occupational name for a housebuilder, one who lays tiles or bricks. It also holds the meaning of "doorkeeper of an inn" or "owner of a tavern", derived from its use in freemasonry as the name of the office of the outer guard. Among the earliest recorded uses of the surname is Wat Tyler (1341–1381) of Kent, England.
When was Tyler most popular?
The name Tyler reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Gooding?
The surname Gooding originates from Irish. Alf Gooding (died 2018), Welsh entrepreneur Anthony Simonds-Gooding (1937–2017), Irish executive Arthur C. Gooding (1871–1971), American businessman and politician Andrew Gooding (born 1964), Jamaican sailor Caroline Gooding (1959–2014), British solicitor and activist for individuals with disabilities Cecil Gooding (1883–1904), American football player Celia Rose Gooding (born 2000), American actress and singer Cuba Gooding Sr. (1944–2017), American soul singer Cuba Gooding Jr. (born 1968), American actor and son of Cuba Gooding Sr.
What are the origins of the name Tyler Gooding?
The name Tyler Gooding combines two different traditions: the first name Tyler has English roots, while the surname Gooding originates from Irish.
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