Tayler

Tayler is a British surname with English origins that is derived from the occupational name for a tailor, one who sews and alters clothing professionally. This surname is a variant spelling of the more common surname Taylor, which has similar origins.

Families with the surname Tayler can be found throughout the United Kingdom, with historical records dating back centuries. The name is often associated with skilled craftsmanship and attention to detail, reflecting the importance of tailoring in the British society's history.

Variants of the surname may include Tailer, Tailor, and Taylour. Over time, individuals with the surname Tayler have likely migrated to various parts of the world, contributing to the diaspora of the Tayler name.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Tayler have made significant contributions to various fields, including but not limited to art, literature, science, and politics. The prevalence of the Tayler surname in British culture underscores the rich tapestry of history and heritage of the United Kingdom.

There are approximately 1,691 people named Tayler in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,843rd most common surname in Britain. Around 26 in a million people in Britain are named Tayler.

Surname type: Occupational name

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert

Female

  • Anne
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Jacqueline
  • Louise
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Patricia
  • Samantha
  • Sarah
  • Sophy
  • Susan
  • Victoria

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