Taylor Elmer

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Taylor Elmer — tailor
36K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Taylor Elmer is a name that combines English origins. The first name Taylor is a masculine given name of English origin. Occupational surname for a tailor, from Old French tailleur (one who cuts). Reflects the importance of the tailoring trade. The surname Elmer: Elmer is a name of Germanic British origin. The given name originated as a surname, a medieval variant of the given name Aylmer, derived from Old English æþel (noble) and mær (famous). It was adopted as a given name in the United States, "in honor of the popularity of the brothers Ebenezer and Jonathan Elmer, leading supporters of the American Revolution". The name has declined in popularity since the first decades of the 20th century and fell out of the top 1,000 names used for American boys in 2009. Taylor is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 36K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Taylor reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Taylor

Meaning: tailor

English

Occupational surname for a tailor, from Old French tailleur (one who cuts). Reflects the importance of the tailoring trade.

Surname: Elmer

English

Elmer is a name of Germanic British origin. The given name originated as a surname, a medieval variant of the given name Aylmer, derived from Old English æþel (noble) and mær (famous). It was adopted as a given name in the United States, "in honor of the popularity of the brothers Ebenezer and Jonathan Elmer, leading supporters of the American Revolution". The name has declined in popularity since the first decades of the 20th century and fell out of the top 1,000 names used for American boys in 2009.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Taylor is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 11%
Canada 11%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Taylor by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Taylor has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Tailor
  • Tayler
  • Schneider
  • Sartori

Notable People Named Taylor Elmer

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Taylor Elmer:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Taylor?
The first name Taylor originates from English. Occupational surname for a tailor, from Old French tailleur (one who cuts). Reflects the importance of the tailoring trade.
When was Taylor most popular?
The name Taylor reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Elmer?
The surname Elmer originates from English. Elmer is a name of Germanic British origin. The given name originated as a surname, a medieval variant of the given name Aylmer, derived from Old English æþel (noble) and mær (famous). It was adopted as a given name in the United States, "in honor of the popularity of the brothers Ebenezer and Jonathan Elmer, leading supporters of the American Revolution". The name has declined in popularity since the first decades of the 20th century and fell out of the top 1,000 names used for American boys in 2009.
How common is the surname Elmer?
The surname Elmer is shared by approximately 6K people worldwide.
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