Tailor Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: TAY-lor //ˈteɪ.lər//
Origin: English; French
Meaning: English: tailor; French: to cut or shape
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tailor is derived from the Old French word "tailleur," which means "to cut" or "to tailor." This term itself comes from the Latin "taliare," meaning "to cut," which is rooted in the Proto-Indo-European root "*tel-" that signifies "to cut" or "to separate." The transition of the name into English occurred during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, when French influence permeated the English language, particularly in terms related to occupations and crafts. As a result, Tailor emerged as a surname associated with the profession of tailoring, which involved the cutting and sewing of garments.
Historically, the name Tailor has been linked to various notable figures and societal roles. In medieval England, tailors were essential members of the community, responsible for clothing the populace, including nobility and clergy.
The profession was often associated with craftsmanship and skill, which elevated the status of those who bore the name. By the 14th century, the term had become widely recognized, and it was not uncommon for surnames to evolve into given names, particularly as society began to adopt more personal identifiers.
Culturally, the name Tailor carries connotations of creativity and craftsmanship, reflecting the artistry involved in garment making. It symbolizes a connection to tradition and the importance of skilled trades in historical societies.
The name may also evoke imagery of tailoring as a metaphor for shaping one's destiny or identity. While Tailor is primarily recognized as a surname, its adaptation as a given name signifies a broader cultural appreciation for the arts and crafts that have shaped human experience throughout history.
Famous people named Tailor
In this section, you will find notable people named Tailor. 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 Tailor who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Tailor Swift is a singer-songwriter best known for Fearless, 1989, and Folklore.
Tailor Lautner is an actor best known for the Twilight series, Abduction, and Scream Queens.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tailor was first seen in the United States in 1988.
Tailor has ranked as high as #1188 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Oklahoma, Ohio, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Tailor has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Tailor 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 Tailor was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Tailor (2007)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
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 Tailor.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2008 | 27 |
| 2007 | 19 |
| 2006 | 34 |
| 2005 | 36 |
| 2004 | 31 |
| 2003 | 30 |
| 2002 | 33 |
| 2001 | 42 |
| 2000 | 45 |
| 1999 | 62 |
| 1998 | 50 |
| 1997 | 71 |
| 1996 | 55 |
| 1995 | 62 |
| 1994 | 53 |
| 1993 | 68 |
| 1992 | 36 |
| 1991 | 34 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1988 | 6 |