Saylor
Saylor is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Dancer, acrobat, or sailor.
Origin and history
Saylor is an English occupational surname derived from the Old French word 'saileur', meaning a dancer, tumbler, or acrobat, though it is often popularly associated with 'sailor'. Historically used as a surname, it has transitioned into a contemporary unisex given name in the United States. In recent years, its usage for boys has seen a steady increase alongside other occupational surname-names.
Popularity in the United States
880 babies in the United States have been named Saylor since 1880. It ranks #3798 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1534.
States where it is most popular
- FL (20.7 %)
- TN (17.3 %)
- TX (11.3 %)
- NC (10 %)
- GA (9.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 57 |
| 2000-2010 | 132 |
| 2010-2019 | 292 |
| 2020-2029 | 394 |
Fun facts
- The name originally derived from the Middle English and Old French word for an acrobat or dancer before later becoming associated with seafaring.
- Saylor fits into the modern American trend of adopting occupational and nature-leaning surnames as first names.