Declining since 2018, #2,641 for boys today.
Popularity of Keylor since 2014
Babies named Keylor per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 369 |
| 2020s | 369 |
Meaning & origin
Keylor is a modern Irish-inspired given name that first appeared on the U.S. baby name charts in 2014. It reached its peak rank of 2641 in 2022, with approximately 1 in 34,859 newborns receiving the name that year. Since then, its usage has been on a downward trajectory, declining steadily from 2018 onward. The name is most frequently found in New York and Florida, suggesting regional pockets of popularity. Its sound and structure align with contemporary naming trends that favor surnames and distinctive 'K' names, yet it remains relatively rare. Keylor offers parents a unique option rooted in Irish heritage, though its connection to the original surname is indirect and modernized.
Keylor is a modern variant of Keilor, itself an anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Caollaidhe, meaning 'descendant of Caollaidhe', a personal name derived from 'caol' meaning 'slender' or 'narrow'. The surname is associated with County Mayo in western Ireland. Keylor emerged as a given name in the United States in the early 21st century, likely influenced by the popularity of similar-sounding names like Taylor and Kayden.
Where Keylor is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Key, Keke
Sibling names for Keylor
Names that share Keylor's style, for a brother or sister.
