Tyler is a given name that originates from an English surname, derived from the Old French tieuleor or tieulier for a tile maker or a tiler of roofs, which itself comes from the Old English word tigele meaning "tile". The surname Tyler was an occupational name for someone who laid tiles or bricks. In Freemasonry, the name also took on a related meaning of "doorkeeper of an inn" or "owner of a tavern" because the Tyler was the officer who guarded the door. One of the earliest recorded uses of the surname is Wat Tyler (1341–1381) of Kent, England, who infamously led the Peasants' Revolt of 1381.Notable BearersThe surname has been borne historically by notable figures such as Wat Tyler and American president John Tyler (1790–1862), who served as the 10th President from 1841 to 1845. In modern culture, contemporary bearers entertain widely: Aisha Tyler (born 1970) is an American actress, comedian, and talk show host; Anne Tyler (born 1941) is a Pulitzer Prize–winning American novelist; Bonnie Tyler (born 1951) is a Welsh rock singer known for hits like “Total Eclipse of the Heart”; and Devin Tyler (born 1986) is a former American football player in the National Football League.Usage and DistributionAs a given name, Tyler began to be used commonly in the United States during the late 20th century, especially in 1980s and 1990s. It has been used across English-speaking countries but found the highest popularity in America and Canada. Since then, Tyler has become a unisex name but remains predominantly male. The variant forms appearing linguistically include Tylor and Tylar, as well as the diminutive Ty and the feminine form Tyla.Meaning: "tiler of roofs" or "doorkeeper of an inn" in freemasonry contextOrigin: Old English occupational surname derived from Old French Type: Surname turned given nameUsage Regions: English-speaking countries, especially the United States and Canada