gender neutral
Saylor
dancer
About Saylor
Adventure and independence define this spirited choice. Saylor captures a sense of exploration and freedom, perfect for parents who envision raising a bold, curious daughter. The name has surged in popularity recently, reflecting modern preferences for occupational names and gender-neutral options that feel fresh and contemporary.
Its nautical associations evoke images of vast oceans, starlit navigation, and the courage required to chart one's own course—powerful symbolism for a child's life journey. Saylor maintains femininity through its soft sounds while projecting strength and capability.
The name works across various cultural contexts and pairs well with numerous middle and surname combinations. Its spelling variation from "Sailor" gives it distinction while maintaining phonetic clarity. For families drawn to nature, travel, or simply the romance of the sea, Saylor offers meaningful resonance wrapped in an accessible, modern package.
Popularity of the Name Saylor
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | #905 | ||
| 2014 | #800 | ||
| 2015 | #608 | ||
| 2016 | #441 | ||
| 2017 | #431 | ||
| 2018 | #364 | ||
| 2019 | #308 | ||
| 2020 | #304 | ||
| 2021 | #260 | #852 | |
| 2022 | #207 | #351 | #732 |
| 2023 | #214 | #745 | |
| 2024 | #231 | #210 | #804 |
| 2025 | #217 | #302 | #691 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Canada
Variations of Name Saylor
Names Similar to Saylor
Nicknames for Saylor
- Say
- Saysay
- Lori
- Lory
Famous People Named Saylor
| Saylor Curda | American actress and singer |
| Saylor McKee | American fashion model |
| Saylor Reese | American TikTok star |
| Saylor James | American Instagram influencer |
| Saylor Belle | American dancer |
| Saylor Poffenbarger | American basketball player |
| Saylor Lloyd | American soccer player |
| Saylor Guthrie | American musician |
| Saylor Young | American writer |
| Saylor Guilliams | American artist |
| Saylor Fergus | British actress |
| Saylor Billings | Canadian chef |
| Saylor Frase | Australian journalist |
| Saylor Banks | Irish entrepreneur |
| Saylor Liu | Chinese environmentalist |
| Saylor Kim | Korean architect |
| Saylor Singh | Indian scientist |
| Saylor Yamamoto | Japanese athlete |
| Saylor Rossi | Italian fashion designer |
| Saylor van Hoorick | Dutch activist |
Characters Named Saylor
| Saylor Anderson | from "The Saylor Chronicles" fantasy book series |
| Saylor Hart | from the mystery novel "The Secret of Saylor Manor" |
| Saylor Morgan | character in the sci-fi TV series "Saylor's Odyssey" |
| Saylor Blackwood | protagonist of the adventure game "Saylor's Quest" |
| Saylor Greene | from the romantic comedy film "Saylor and the City" |
| Saylor Hayes | from the drama TV series "Saylor's Anatomy" |
| Saylor Walker | character in the thriller novel "Saylor's Game" |
| Saylor Price | from the historical fiction novel "The Saylor Legacy" |
| Saylor Carter | character in the sci-fi movie "Saylor's World" |
| Saylor Roberts | from the fantasy novel "Saylor's Heir" |
| Saylor Rivers | character in the drama series "Saylor's Creek" |
| Saylor Edwards | from the mystery book "The Curious Case of Saylor" |
| Saylor Montgomery | character in the romance novel "Saylor's Passion" |
| Saylor Clarke | from the adventure film "Raiders of the Lost Saylor" |
| Saylor Westwood | character in the thriller "Saylor's Game" |
| Saylor Taylor | from the comedy series "Saylor & Co" |
| Saylor Hughes | character in the fantasy novel "Saylor's Legacy" |
| Saylor Fitzgerald | from the historical drama "The Great Saylor" |
| Saylor Spencer | character in the mystery novel "Saylor's Secrets" |
| Saylor Mitchell | from the sci-fi series "Saylor 5" |