Tyrone is a name of Irish origin, derived from the ancient place name "Tir Eoghain" which means "land of Eoghan". Eoghan was an early Irish king who lived in the 4th century and his territory was located in what is now County Tyrone in Northern Ireland.
The name Tyrone has been used as a given name since the Middle Ages, but it became more popular as a first name during the Victorian era. It has continued to be used as a given name up until the present day, particularly among Irish families and those with Irish ancestry.
Tyrone is also the name of several notable places in Ireland, including County Tyrone, which is located in Ulster in the north of the country. The city of Tyrone, Pennsylvania, in the United States is also named after this place.
In literature and culture, Tyrone has been used as a character name in various works such as Eugene O'Neill's play "Long Day's Journey into Night" and in the song "Tyrone" by Australian rock band Powderfinger.
"Tyrone's popularity peaked between the mid-1950s and early 1960s with over 2,500 births per year recorded during this period. However, since then, its usage has significantly declined, with only 148 births recorded in 2023."