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Surname meaningTaylor
“Tailor”
OriginEnglish
TypeOccupational
First letterT
Where the name Taylor comes from
Taylor is a surname of English origin. It is classed as occupational, meaning “tailor.” From the Old French tailleur (cutter).
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