Taylor Torrence

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Taylor Torrence — tailor
36K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Taylor Torrence 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 Torrence: A. Andrew Torrence (1902–1940), American politician Andrew P. Torrence (c. 1921–1980), African-American university administrator David Torrence (1864–1951), Scottish-born actor Dean Torrence (born 1940), American singer, the Dean of 1960s singing group Jan and Dean Ernest Torrence (1878–1933), Scottish actor Eve Torrence (born 1963), American mathematician Gwen Torrence (born 1965), American Olympic sprinter Leigh Torrence (born 1982), American professional football player Maria Torrence Wishart (1893 – 1982), Canadian medical illustrator and the founder of the University of Toronto's Art as A. 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: Torrence

Scottish

A. Andrew Torrence (1902–1940), American politician Andrew P. Torrence (c. 1921–1980), African-American university administrator David Torrence (1864–1951), Scottish-born actor Dean Torrence (born 1940), American singer, the Dean of 1960s singing group Jan and Dean Ernest Torrence (1878–1933), Scottish actor Eve Torrence (born 1963), American mathematician Gwen Torrence (born 1965), American Olympic sprinter Leigh Torrence (born 1982), American professional football player Maria Torrence Wishart (1893 – 1982), Canadian medical illustrator and the founder of the University of Toronto's Art as A.

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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 Torrence

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 Torrence:

9
Expression Number

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

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Torrence?
The surname Torrence originates from Scottish. A. Andrew Torrence (1902–1940), American politician Andrew P. Torrence (c. 1921–1980), African-American university administrator David Torrence (1864–1951), Scottish-born actor Dean Torrence (born 1940), American singer, the Dean of 1960s singing group Jan and Dean Ernest Torrence (1878–1933), Scottish actor Eve Torrence (born 1963), American mathematician Gwen Torrence (born 1965), American Olympic sprinter Leigh Torrence (born 1982), American professional football player Maria Torrence Wishart (1893 – 1982), Canadian medical illustrator and the founder of the University of Toronto's Art as A.
What are the origins of the name Taylor Torrence?
The name Taylor Torrence combines two different traditions: the first name Taylor has English roots, while the surname Torrence originates from Scottish.
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