Tayler
2025 SSA
2025 SSA
About Tayler
Tayler is a masculine name that represents an alternative spelling of the occupational surname Taylor, which originally referred to someone who worked as a tailor. This variation maintains the same pronunciation while offering a slightly distinctive appearance. While Taylor is commonly used for both boys and girls, the Tayler spelling is often chosen specifically for boys to differentiate it from the more gender-neutral traditional spelling. The name gained moderate popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries as part of the trend toward using surnames as first names. Tayler projects a modern, approachable quality while maintaining connections to traditional naming patterns.
Tayler for girls#5893 US
Tayler is a feminine name that originated as an occupational surname meaning 'tailor' or 'one who makes clothes.' This modern spelling variation of Taylor gained popularity in the 1990s and early 2000s as part of the trend toward creative spellings of traditional names. The 'y' spelling gives the name a softer, more feminine appearance while maintaining the familiar pronunciation. Tayler represents the ongoing evolution of unisex names in English-speaking countries, though it's more commonly given to girls than boys. The name carries connotations of craftsmanship, creativity, and precision. Though less common than the standard Taylor spelling, Tayler appeals to parents seeking a familiar name with a distinctive twist.
Pronounced TAY-lur.
As of October 2026, Tayler ranked #4236 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #809 in 1994.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · boys | Births · boys | US rank · girls | Births · girls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,770 | 28 | #2,048 | 96 |
| 2015 | #3,973 | 27 | #2,552 | 71 |
| 2016 | #4,920 | 20 | #2,460 | 75 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | #2,594 | 68 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | #3,099 | 53 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | #4,890 | 28 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | #4,865 | 27 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | #4,232 | 34 |
| 2022 | #4,828 | 21 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | #4,535 | 23 | — | 0 |
| 2025 | #4,236 | 25 | — | 0 |
Tayler on lists
Tayler in pop culture
- Tayler Mark "Ted" BeeneBoy
from TV series Oliver Beene