Baylor
Baylor is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
One who delivers goods; bailiff or officer.
Origin and history
Baylor is an English occupational surname derived from an Old French term for a delivery agent or bailiff. Originally used primarily as a surname, it has transitioned into a popular modern given name in the United States. Its recent usage for girls has grown significantly since 2020.
Popularity in the United States
3,721 babies in the United States have been named Baylor since 1880. It ranks #2892 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #785.
States where it is most popular
- TX (12.4 %)
- TN (7.5 %)
- LA (6.7 %)
- OH (5.7 %)
- GA (5.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 66 |
| 2000-2010 | 275 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,360 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,020 |
Fun facts
- The name originally stems from the Old French word 'baillour', denoting a bailiff or someone responsible for delivering goods.
- More than half of all female U.S. birth records for the name Baylor have occurred since 2020.