Ty is a unisex given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God is my rock." It is often considered to be a short form of the female name Tylene but can also stand alone as an independent name. Ty gained popularity in the latter half of the 20th century and continues to be used today. In the United States, it has consistently ranked among the top 1000 names for both boys and girls since the 1970s. The name Ty is often associated with its sound, which can evoke images of strength and stability, reflecting its meaning. It is also notable that this name has been used in various forms across different cultures, such as Tycho (Danish) and Týr (Norse).
The name Ty experienced significant fluctuations in popularity throughout the years, with a substantial increase starting from the late 1990s until peaking in 2003 with 27 births that year alone. However, it has since seen a steady decline, reaching as low as 5 births in both 2014 and 2019. Overall, there have been a total of 731 recorded births for the name Ty from 1954 to 2020.