Taylor Locke

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Taylor Locke — tailor
36K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Taylor Locke 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 Locke: Locke, sometimes spelled Lock or Lok, is a common Western surname of Germanic origin. It is also a Scottish surname and a romanization of the Chinese surname Luo. Origin Locke has multiple origins and meanings, including: from Old English, as an occupational surname for locksmiths or lock keepers from Old English, Dutch, German, and English, as a toponym for one who had residence near an enclosure, particularly one that could be locked; a barrier, particularly that on a river; or a bridge from Old English and Old High German, as a name for one with curly hair. 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: Locke

English

Locke, sometimes spelled Lock or Lok, is a common Western surname of Germanic origin. It is also a Scottish surname and a romanization of the Chinese surname Luo. Origin Locke has multiple origins and meanings, including: from Old English, as an occupational surname for locksmiths or lock keepers from Old English, Dutch, German, and English, as a toponym for one who had residence near an enclosure, particularly one that could be locked; a barrier, particularly that on a river; or a bridge from Old English and Old High German, as a name for one with curly hair.

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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 Locke

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 Locke:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

9
Soul Urge Number

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

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Locke?
The surname Locke originates from English. Locke, sometimes spelled Lock or Lok, is a common Western surname of Germanic origin. It is also a Scottish surname and a romanization of the Chinese surname Luo. Origin Locke has multiple origins and meanings, including: from Old English, as an occupational surname for locksmiths or lock keepers from Old English, Dutch, German, and English, as a toponym for one who had residence near an enclosure, particularly one that could be locked; a barrier, particularly that on a river; or a bridge from Old English and Old High German, as a name for one with curly hair.
How common is the surname Locke?
The surname Locke is shared by approximately 28K people worldwide.
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