Shaw vs Tayler

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shaw

Boy #4,307 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"thicket, small wood"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,307
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Shaw Rank #4,307
Tayler Rank #4,443

Shaw is more popular, ranked #4307 vs #4443 for Tayler.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shaw or Tayler more popular?

Shaw is more popular, ranked #4307 compared to Tayler at #4443 in the United States.

What do Shaw and Tayler mean?

Shaw means "thicket, small wood" (Old English origin). Tayler means "tailor, cloth cutter" (Old French origin).

Are Shaw and Tayler boy or girl names?

Shaw is primarily a boy name. Tayler is primarily a boy name.

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