Gaylor
Pronunciation: [ g-AYL-er ]
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Gaylor first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 5 babies have been named Gaylor in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gaylor is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,447 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,447
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Gaylor
Gaylor is a boy name .
Gaylor is currently ranked #38,447 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gaylor include Gayl, Gayly, Gaylie, Gaie, and Gaykins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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