Taylor

Taylor is an English occupational surname turned given name, derived from the Old French taillour and ultimately from the Latin taliare, meaning to cut, referring to one who cuts and sews cloth. It came into widespread use as a first name during the twentieth century, following the broader trend of adopting English surnames as given names. The name is particularly associated with American culture and has seen notable bearers including musician Taylor Swift. Closely related forms include the variant spelling Tailor and the French cognate Tailleur.