Taylor
Taylor is an English occupational surname meaning 'tailor' or 'one who cuts cloth,' derived from the Old French word 'tailleur.' Originally used as a surname for those in the tailoring trade, it transitioned to a popular given name in the late 20th century.
Current Popularity
#667 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Traditionally unisex but has strong usage for both boys and girls
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across English-speaking countries
- •Professional-sounding name that works well from childhood through adulthood
- •May require clarification of gender in written contexts
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Taylor Lautner
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Taylor Hall
Professional Hockey Player
Statistics
113,137
Total births since 1880
1992
Peak year
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