Thayer
Thayer is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Tailor or one who cuts cloth.
Origin and history
Thayer is an English occupational surname derived from an Old French root meaning 'tailor'. It has long been used as a rare given name in the United States, often given as a family name transferred to a first name. It offers a distinct, classic surname-as-first-name choice with soft consonant sounds.
Popularity in the United States
1,358 babies in the United States have been named Thayer since 1880. It ranks #3352 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1806.
States where it is most popular
- AR (20 %)
- KY (20 %)
- OK (20 %)
- PA (20 %)
- WA (20 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 74 |
| 1920-1930 | 79 |
| 1930-1940 | 58 |
| 1940-1950 | 61 |
| 1950-1960 | 48 |
| 1960-1970 | 84 |
| 1970-1980 | 72 |
| 1980-1990 | 91 |
| 1990-2000 | 131 |
| 2000-2010 | 135 |
| 2010-2019 | 404 |
| 2020-2029 | 121 |
Famous people named Thayer
- Thayer David: Actor
Fun facts
- The name originated as an English occupational surname adapted from Old French terms related to tailoring.
- Though rare, Thayer has been continuously used in the United States since at least the late 19th century.