Saylor Girl

Popularity: #208 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: SAY-lor //ˈseɪ.lər//

Origin: English; Scottish

Meaning: English: sailor; Scottish: from the sea

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Saylor is of English origin, derived from the Old English word "sægl", which means "sail". This term evolved through Middle English as "sailor", referring to someone who navigates or works on a ship.

The transition into the modern form "Saylor" can be traced back to the late 19th century, where it began to be used as a surname before emerging as a given name in the 20th century. The linguistic roots reflect a connection to maritime activities, emphasizing the importance of sailing in English culture and history, particularly during the Age of Exploration when seafaring was crucial for trade and discovery.

Historically, the name Saylor has been associated with various maritime figures and events, although specific notable individuals are less documented compared to other names. The broader category of names related to sailors has been present in English literature and folklore, often symbolizing adventure, exploration, and resilience.

The name's connection to the sea resonates with the long-standing tradition of seafaring in English history, especially during the 16th and 17th centuries when England established itself as a dominant naval power. Culturally, the name Saylor evokes themes of journeying and exploration, reflecting the human spirit's desire to traverse unknown waters.

It may also carry connotations of freedom and adventure, qualities often romanticized in literature and art. The name has a diminutive form, "Sail", which has been used informally, though Saylor stands on its own as a distinct name.

Overall, Saylor encapsulates a rich maritime heritage, linking it to the historical significance of sailing and navigation in shaping societies.

Famous people named Saylor

In this section, you will find notable people named Saylor. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Saylor who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Saylor who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Saylor Armstrong is a musician best known for his work with the band The Saylor Brothers.

Saylor McCulloch is a professional athlete best known for competing in the sport of gymnastics.

Fictional characters named Saylor

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Saylor is a fictional character from the novel The Last Wish. They are a member of the group that seeks to protect their world from various threats.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Saylor was first seen in the United States in 1917.

Saylor has ranked as high as #458 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Texas, Florida, California, North Carolina, and Georgia.

In the past 5 years the name Saylor has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Saylor is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Saylor was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Saylor.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 1,472 57 1,415
2024 1,406 65 1,341
2023 1,480 82 1,398
2022 1,478 68 1,410
2021 1,262 69 1,193
2020 1,123 53 1,070
2019 1,114 61 1,053
2018 910 42 868
2017 768 27 741
2016 762 33 729
2015 517 37 480
2014 379 28 351
2013 304 21 283
2012 241 19 222
2011 215 11 204
2010 194 13 181
2009 203 9 194
2008 193 11 182
2007 161 18 143
2006 150 13 137
2005 173 15 158
2004 145 16 129
2003 121 9 112
2002 109 14 95
2001 137 10 127
2000 113 17 96
1999 111 15 96
1998 32 10 22
1997 7 0 7
1996 11 0 11
1995 14 5 9
1994 20 11 9
1993 21 10 11
1992 5 0 5
1991 6 6 0
1917 5 5 0

Top States for Saylor (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 125
9%
FL 78
6%
TN 76
6%
CA 72
5%
NC 62
5%
GA 61
5%
OH 48
4%
AL 47
3%
IN 43
3%
PA 41
3%
OK 39
3%
KY 37
3%
UT 35
3%
SC 35
3%
VA 32
2%
MI 32
2%
MO 31
2%
IL 29
2%
AZ 27
2%
AR 26
2%
NY 26
2%
WA 24
2%
LA 24
2%
IA 21
2%
CO 19
1%
KS 19
1%
MS 19
1%
WV 19
1%
MD 18
1%
ID 16
1%
WI 16
1%
NJ 15
1%
CT 15
1%
ME 14
1%
MN 13
1%
OR 13
1%
NE 13
1%
SD 10
1%
MT 9
1%
NV 8
1%
AK 8
1%
ND 7
1%
MA 6
0%
NM 5
0%
DE 5
0%
NH 5
0%