Taylor

Taylor is originally a male first name that has its origins in the English or French language area. However, it is also frequently used for girls today. The name represents an alternative spelling of Tayler and is derived from the homonymous English or Norman-French surname.

What does the name Taylor mean?

The first name Taylor has its roots in the English and French language areas and is currently used for both boys and girls. It is an alternative form of the name Tayler and originates from a homonymous surname. This surname was originally a profession name for a tailor and means 'the tailor'. The roots lie in the Old English 'tailor' and the Old French 'tailleor', both meaning 'the tailor'. Additionally, there is a connection to the Latin verb 'taliāre', which means 'to cut'. Since the 19th century, this surname has also been used as a male first name. The name is particularly common in English-speaking regions. Common variants include Tailer, Tailor, Talyr, Tahlor, and Taylar, while spellings like Thayer and Taylon exist, which have different origins. Female forms include Tayla, Taylah, Taylorr, Tayllar, Taylyr, Tayleur, Taylin, Taila, and Tailen.

Where does the name Taylor come from?

The first name Taylor has Old French and Old English roots and carries the meaning 'the tailor'. Old English: tailor = the tailor; Old French: tailleor = the tailor; Latin: taliāre = to cut. Languages: American, English.

How do you pronounce Taylor?

The pronunciation of Taylor is two syllables and fluid. In the German language, the name is usually pronounced as 'Tey-lor' [ˈteɪ̯lɐ], starting with a gliding diphthong that gives the name a dynamic note. The soft 'l' in the middle ensures a gentle flow of sound. The reduced ending on '-or' conveys a relaxed and modern feeling. Thus, Taylor appears contemporary and stylish, light and present.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Taylor is very popular and currently ranks 1,420th in the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2014 at rank 258. In the last ten years, Taylor has been used as a first name about 870 times, securing it the 601st place in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, the name ranks 466th.

Nicknames & pet names

Tally / Tawil / Tay / TayBay / Tayli / Taylie / Tayo / TayTay / Thay / Tutu / Ty / Tylan

Famous people

• Alfred Taylor Howard (American bishop)
• Barbara Taylor Bradford (writer from England)
• Bianca Taylor Ryan (singer from the USA)
• Courtney Taylor Burness (American actress)
• Edward Taylor Paull (composer from the USA)
• Kathryn Taylor Reynolds (American photographer)
• L. Taylor Hansen (American writer)
• Lou Taylor Pucci (actor from America)
• Margaret Taylor Smith (American writer)
• Miranda Taylor Cosgrove (actress from iCarly)
• Nancy Taylor Rosenberg (American writer)
• Taylor Atelian (child actress from 'Reba', she plays Gracie)
• Taylor Benjamin York (American guitarist, member of Paramore)
• Taylor Boggs (soccer player from the USA)
• Taylor Comeau (American soccer player)
• Taylor Coutu (golfer from America)
• Taylor Davis (American artist)
• Taylor Dayne (singer)
• Taylor Deupree (American musician)
• Taylor Dooley (American actress (Sharkboy and Lavagirl)