Saylor

Saylor is a unisex name of French origin meaning “dancer, acrobat.” In 2024 it was given to 1,402 babies in the United States.

Saylor at a glance

Gender
Unisex name
Origin
French
Meaning
“dancer, acrobat”

About the name Saylor

Saylor belongs to the French tradition. Its meaning — “dancer, acrobat” — is the sense carried by its French roots, and it is the meaning we verified against published sources for this page.

In the United States, Saylor first appears in Social Security records in 1917 and has been given to 13,882 babies since 1880, including 1,402 in 2024.

Saylor in US records

First recorded (US)
1917
Babies named Saylor in 2024
1,402
Total since 1880
13,882

Saylor in England & Wales records

First recorded (since 1996)
2016
Babies named Saylor in 2025
13
Total since 1996
150

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Saylor mean?

Saylor means “dancer, acrobat” in its French roots. We check every meaning against published sources before it appears here.

Is Saylor a boy or girl name?

Saylor is a unisex name. In 2024, 1,402 babies received the name in the US.

What origin is the name Saylor?

Saylor comes from the French tradition.

How popular is the name Saylor?

Saylor is uncommon in US records — it first appears in 1917 and has been given to 13,882 babies since 1880.

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