Tyreque is an uncommon yet captivating given name, derived from the Latin 'Tyrannus', meaning 'tyrant'. The name gained prominence during the late 20th century and has since maintained a steady presence in baby naming trends. It is often associated with African American culture but is not exclusive to it, appearing in various countries around the world. Tyreque is typically used as a boys' name, though its unique spelling and sound can lend it to either gender.
The name Tyreque first gained popularity in the mid-1990s with five births each in 1993 and 1996. It reached its peak in 1998 with fifteen births, followed by a decline over the next few years, hovering around five to seven births annually until 2004. There was another brief spike in 2006 and 2007, with five births each year. Overall, between 1993 and 2007, there were ninety births of children named Tyreque.