Taylor vs Allen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Taylor

Boy #667 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"one who cuts cloth, tailor"

Origin: Old French/Anglo-Norman taillour

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Boy #574 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome, cheerful"

Origin: Celtic

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Taylor Rank #667

Allen Rank #574

Allen is more popular, ranked #574 vs #667 for Taylor.

Is Taylor or Allen more popular?

Allen is more popular, ranked #574 compared to Taylor at #667 in the United States.

What do Taylor and Allen mean?

Taylor means "one who cuts cloth, tailor" (Old French/Anglo-Norman taillour origin). Allen means "handsome, cheerful" (Celtic origin).

Are Taylor and Allen boy or girl names?

Taylor is primarily a boy name. Allen is primarily a boy name.