Baylor
Baylor: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Baylor
- A male given name.
How popular is Baylor?
Since 1880, 3,721 girls and 9,010 boys in the U.S. have been named Baylor (29% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #694 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #365 in 2024. In 2025 it ranked #386 for boys, with 1,229 babies given the name.
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Baylor FAQ
What does the name Baylor mean?
A male given name.
How popular is the name Baylor?
Since 1880, 3,721 girls and 9,010 boys in the U.S. have been named Baylor (29% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #694 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #365 in 2024. In 2025 it ranked #386 for boys, with 1,229 babies given the name.
Is Baylor a boy or girl name?
Baylor is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (3,721 girls and 9,010 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.