UK girl's name
Talor
A medieval form of the English name Taylor, derived from tailleor meaning "cutter.".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1997. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Talor is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Talor popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1997 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2152, with 7 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 7 births.
This profile covers 7 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 1997 to 1997. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Talor is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 7 living people in the UK are called Talor. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 1998 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Talor ranked #2152 for girls in England and Wales in 1997, with 7 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1997, when 7 girls were registered as Talor.
- • About 7 living people in the UK are estimated to have Talor as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2152
1997
Births in 1997
7
Latest year
Peak year
1997
7 births
Estimated living
7
2026
Meaning
What does Talor mean?
The name Talor has its roots in the Old English language, originating from the word "tæliend," which means "teller" or "narrator." This name gained prominence during the medieval period in England, particularly among the Anglo-Saxon communities.
Talor was a common name among storytellers, bards, and minstrels who would travel from town to town, entertaining audiences with their tales and ballads. These individuals played a crucial role in preserving oral traditions and passing down stories from one generation to the next.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Talor dates back to the 9th century, when a renowned Anglo-Saxon poet named Talor the Skalder composed epic verses celebrating the victories of King Alfred the Great. Unfortunately, few of his works have survived to this day.
In the 12th century, a renowned historian and chronicler named Talor of Winchester documented the reigns of several Norman kings, providing invaluable insights into the political and cultural landscape of the time.
During the Renaissance period, a notable figure named Talor Smythe gained recognition as a skilled playwright and poet in Elizabethan England. His works often explored themes of love, betrayal, and the human condition.
In the 18th century, Talor Addison, a renowned essayist and co-founder of the influential publication "The Spectator," made significant contributions to English literature and social commentary.
Another notable figure was Talor Swift, a prominent abolitionist and activist who fought tirelessly for the abolition of slavery in the United States during the 19th century. His impassioned speeches and writings helped shape the anti-slavery movement.
While the name Talor has undergone various spellings and variations over the centuries, such as Taylor, Taylour, and Taillor, its essence as a name associated with storytelling, history, and activism has endured throughout the ages.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Talor by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Talor was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | #2152 | 7 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Talor
- Tia 15,569
- Thea 12,888
- Tilly 11,524
- Taylor 7,401
- Tegan 6,583
- Tabitha 6,462
- Talia 5,198
- Tara 5,114
- Tiffany 4,653
- Tallulah 4,442
- Tiana 3,570
- Tamara 3,405
FAQ
Talor: questions and answers
How popular is the name Talor in the UK right now?
In 1997, Talor was ranked #2152 for girls in England and Wales, with 7 births registered.
When was Talor most popular?
The peak year on record was 1997, with 7 babies registered as Talor in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Talor?
A medieval form of the English name Taylor, derived from tailleor meaning "cutter.".
How many people are called Talor in the UK?
A total of 7 babies have been registered as Talor across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.