Tayler Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationTAY-lər / ˈteɪlərEnglish; variant of Taylor
Meaning
English: tailor; to cut or shape
Historical & Cultural Background
Tayler is a modern variant of the name Taylor, which originally referred to someone who worked as a tailor. The name has gained popularity as a given name for girls in recent decades. It reflects a trend of using traditionally occupational surnames as first names. The name is often associated with creativity and craftsmanship.
Trend Summary
Tayler has seen a rise in popularity as a feminine name in the United States, particularly in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Taylor
- Tailor
International Variants
- Taylore (English)
- Taylora (Spanish)
Famous people named Tayler
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tayler was first seen in the United States in 1978. Tayler has ranked as high as #569 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Tayler has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tayler (2018)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 7 | |
| OH | 6 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 19 |
| 1984 | 20 |
| 1985 | 36 |
| 1986 | 39 |
| 1987 | 63 |
| 1988 | 125 |
| 1989 | 190 |
| 1990 | 296 |
| 1991 | 441 |
| 1992 | 606 |
| 1993 | 871 |
| 1994 | 830 |
| 1995 | 737 |
| 1996 | 696 |
| 1997 | 668 |
| 1998 | 623 |
| 1999 | 611 |
| 2000 | 512 |
| 2001 | 438 |
| 2002 | 365 |
| 2003 | 354 |
| 2004 | 321 |
| 2005 | 281 |
| 2006 | 290 |
| 2007 | 242 |
| 2008 | 212 |
| 2009 | 208 |
| 2010 | 156 |
| 2011 | 130 |
| 2012 | 116 |
| 2013 | 104 |
| 2014 | 96 |
| 2015 | 71 |
| 2016 | 75 |
| 2017 | 68 |
| 2018 | 53 |
| 2019 | 28 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2021 | 34 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 2024 | 20 |