Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Taylore is a name of Old French and English origin meaning 'tailor.' It evolved from the profession of tailoring, transitioning from a surname to a first name. The name has gained popularity in the late 20th century and is seen as modern and trendy. It does not have any biblical relevance, and notable people with the name include Taylor Swift and Taylor Lautner.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈteɪlər/
Origin
Old French/English
Etymology
The name Taylore is derived from the Old French word 'tailleur,' meaning 'to cut,' referring to a tailor by profession. It became a surname before evolving into a given name.
Meaning
tailor
Language Evolution
Old French: tailleur, Middle English: taillour, Modern English: Taylor, Taylore
Historical Usage
Taylore began gaining popularity in the English-speaking world during the late 20th century as a given name, following the trend of using surnames as first names.
Variants & Derivatives
Taylor, Tailor, Tayla, Taylee
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Taylore is perceived as a contemporary and trendy name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Taylor Swift, Taylor Lautner, Taylor Hicks
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 54 peak births in 1998
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4738th of 27321 | 299 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5452nd of 35406 | 367 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 24576th of 30306 | 12 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
85.79% 3839th/4475 |
86.39% 4487th/5194 |
85.91% 5427th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
69.51% 5083rd/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Texas across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4738th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5452nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 24576th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.