Tayler

♂ Boy

Tayler Pronunciation

Tayler is pronounced TAY-lər /ˈteɪ.lər/High

Meaning: -er spelling of Taylor — from Old French tailleur, 'a tailor, cutter of cloth'Medium

In 30 seconds: Crisp and classic: Tayler spells Taylor — 'a tailor' — with a -yer twist. Sleek, modern, and unisex-cool.

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Origin MediumEnglish, French

Meaning-er spelling of Taylor — from Old French tailleur, 'a tailor, cutter of cloth'

U.S. rank (2024)#4535 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births23 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1994

Total births (all-time)≈ 2,562

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Tayler is an -er spelling of Taylor — from Old French tailleur, 'a tailor, cutter of cloth'. A sleek, modern occupational surname-name, used for both sexes, here for boys.

It registers thinly beside Taylor. Rare, a-tailor at the root, and sleek.

Did you know? Taylor means 'a tailor, cutter of cloth' (Old French tailleur) — Tayler is a -yer spelling of the popular occupational surname-name.

Overall data confidence 72%

Behind the Name — Taylor — root etymology

Variations

TaylorTayloerTailor

Nicknames

Tay

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If you like Tayler…

Taylor— the standard spelling

Tyler— a fellow occupational surname-name

Sawyer— a companion trade name

Carter— another occupational name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Tayler?

Tayler is pronounced TAY-lər (/ˈteɪ.lər/). Press play above to hear Tayler said aloud.

How do you say Tayler?

Tayler is said TAY-lər (/ˈteɪ.lər/). Press play above to hear Tayler said aloud.

What does the name Tayler mean?

Tayler spells Taylor — 'a tailor, cutter of cloth'.

Is Tayler a boy or girl name?

Tayler is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.

How popular is Tayler?

Tayler is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Taylor is more common.