Tyr

Tyr Meaning & Origin

About Tyr
The name "Tyr" is derived from the Old Norse word "Týr," which means "god" or "deity." In Norse mythology, Tyr is a powerful god associated with law, justice, and heroic glory. He is known for his bravery and self-sacrifice, as he willingly sacrificed his hand to bind the monstrous wolf Fenrir. Tyr represents the concept of honor, righteousness, and the upholding of oaths, making his name a symbol of divine authority and moral integrity.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Tyr are male.

Tyr Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has increased by 25.58% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
TR
🗽 NYSIIS
T
🔊 Soundex
T060
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
T IH1 R
🌐 IPA
/tyr*/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('TR', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
T600

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Tyr in Braille

Here's how to represent Tyr in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Tyr in braille

How to Spell the Name Tyr in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Tyr using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Tyr in sign language

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