MallowbyNames

Taylore

TAY-lor · Variant spelling of Taylor, an occupational name meaning 'tailor'.

Peak popularity
1998
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Declining since 1998

Declining since 1998.

Popularity of Taylore since 1981

Babies named Taylore per year in U.S. Social Security records.

1836541990200020102020Most births 1998Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s67
1990s380
2000s197
2010s34
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Taylore is a modern respelling of Taylor, a surname turned given name that rose to prominence in the 1980s and 1990s. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1981 and reached its peak popularity in 1998, ranking in the top 1,000 for several years. Since that peak, its usage has steadily declined, reflecting the broader trend away from creative spellings of common names. Unlike the original Taylor, which has remained a unisex staple, Taylore remains rare, with no recorded use in most states, and its spelling sets it apart as a distinctive, modern choice.

Taylore is a modern respelling of the English surname Taylor, which derives from the Old French 'tailleur' (one who cuts cloth). It emerged as a given name in the late 20th century, following the popularity of the original spelling.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Tay, T

Variants: Taylor, Tayler

Sibling names for Taylore

Names that share Taylore's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Taylore mean?
Taylore is a variant spelling of Taylor, which means 'tailor', referring to a person who sews or alters clothing.
How popular is the name Taylore?
Taylore first appeared in U.S. records in 1981. It peaked in 1998 and has since declined in use.
Is Taylore a boy or girl name?
Taylore is predominantly used for girls.