What does Taylene mean and where does it come from?
Taylene is a modern creation, commonly used in the United States. It is often seen as a variant of Taylor, a name with occupational origins related to tailoring, as well as Talya, a Hebrew name meaning 'dew from God'. The name is unique and carries a contemporary vibe that appeals to many parents se
Cultural significance
Taylene has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from taylor or talya, meaning narrow or to cut.
Peak popularity
Reached #20504 in 2007 — currently #760 in the US.
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Browse names →What middle names flow best with Taylene?
Taylene works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Taylene Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Taylene Rose
Floral · soft ending
Taylene Mae
Sweet · timeless
Taylene Claire
French influence · crisp
Taylene Jane
Literary · strong
Taylene Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Taylene right now?
Holding steady — currently #760 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
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| 2023 | #760 | 1,440 | ▲ up 5 · +1% births |
| 2022 | #765 | 1,420 | ▲ up 5 · +2% births |
| 2021 | #770 | 1,390 | — |
The story of Taylene
Taylene is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2007. With 5 total births recorded, Taylene remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #770 in 2021 to #760 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Taylene in 2007:
💎Taylene has only 5 total recorded births since 2007 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Taylene?
What names sound and feel like Taylene?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Taylene also consider these
Common questions about the name Taylene
What does the name Taylene mean?
Taylene means "derived from Taylor or Talya, meaning narrow or to cut" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Taylene?
Taylene is currently ranked #760 as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Taylene?
Taylene originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Taylene?
Taylene is a two-syllable name pronounced T EY1 L IY1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What are good nicknames for Taylene?
Taylene naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.