Taylor Unisex
Origin(s)
English; French
Meaning
English: tailor; French: to cut
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Taylor originated as an English surname derived from the occupation of a tailor. It became popular as a given name in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name has been used for both genders, though it is more commonly associated with girls in recent years. Its usage reflects a trend towards unisex names in contemporary naming practices.
Trend Summary
Taylor has seen consistent popularity in the United States, particularly as a girl's name, since the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Hayley, Bailey, Riley, Kendall, Saylor, Peyton, Cameron, Skylar, Kylie, Mikayla
Variants
- Tailor
International Variants
- Taylore (English)
Famous people named Taylor
Taylor Swift is a renowned American singer-songwriter known for her narrative songwriting and numerous awards.
Taylor Momsen is an American actress and musician, recognized for her role in the television series 'Gossip Girl' and as the lead singer of the band The Pretty Reckless.
Taylor Lautner is an American actor best known for his role as Jacob Black in the 'Twilight' film series.
Taylor Schilling is an American actress known for her leading role in the Netflix series 'Orange Is the New Black.'.
Fictional characters named Taylor
Taylor Mason is a character in the television series 'Billions,' known for being a brilliant and ambitious financial analyst.
Taylor Townsend is a character in the television series 'The O.C.,' portrayed as a smart and determined young woman.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Taylor was first seen in the United States in 1951. Taylor has ranked as high as #27 nationally which occurred in 1993 and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Georgia, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Taylor has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Taylor (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 85 | |
| TX | 82 | |
| FL | 56 | |
| GA | 44 | |
| PA | 43 | |
| NY | 39 | |
| NC | 37 | |
| MS | 33 | |
| MO | 29 | |
| TN | 29 | |
| VA | 26 | |
| OH | 21 | |
| IL | 20 | |
| WA | 18 | |
| WI | 18 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1960 | 11 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 14 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1967 | 14 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 18 |
| 1970 | 19 |
| 1971 | 22 |
| 1972 | 20 |
| 1973 | 27 |
| 1974 | 39 |
| 1975 | 37 |
| 1976 | 68 |
| 1977 | 122 |
| 1978 | 123 |
| 1979 | 149 |
| 1980 | 235 |
| 1981 | 388 |
| 1982 | 604 |
| 1983 | 686 |
| 1984 | 869 |
| 1985 | 1,052 |
| 1986 | 1,215 |
| 1987 | 1,705 |
| 1988 | 2,801 |
| 1989 | 4,069 |
| 1990 | 7,262 |
| 1991 | 10,254 |
| 1992 | 14,952 |
| 1993 | 21,271 |
| 1994 | 20,734 |
| 1995 | 20,426 |
| 1996 | 19,153 |
| 1997 | 19,504 |
| 1998 | 18,576 |
| 1999 | 16,906 |
| 2000 | 15,080 |
| 2001 | 13,693 |
| 2002 | 11,468 |
| 2003 | 10,314 |
| 2004 | 9,303 |
| 2005 | 8,676 |
| 2006 | 8,565 |
| 2007 | 7,965 |
| 2008 | 8,344 |
| 2009 | 7,590 |
| 2010 | 5,900 |
| 2011 | 5,193 |
| 2012 | 4,870 |
| 2013 | 4,145 |
| 2014 | 3,818 |
| 2015 | 3,754 |
| 2016 | 3,280 |
| 2017 | 2,705 |
| 2018 | 2,499 |
| 2019 | 2,048 |
| 2020 | 1,747 |
| 2021 | 1,544 |
| 2022 | 1,371 |
| 2023 | 1,192 |
| 2024 | 877 |