Tyrone, of Irish origin, is a historic and distinctive name that has been passed down through generations. It translates to 'land of the Tuatha', referring to an ancient Irish mythological race. The name gained prominence in the 19th century, particularly after it was used by prominent figures such as Tyrone Power, a renowned actor from Hollywood's Golden Age.
The name Tyrone saw varied popularity between 1948 and 1996, with a peak of 31 births in 1970 and a low of 5 births in both 1995 and 1996. The total number of births named Tyrone over this period was 709.