Gaylord Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Gaylord Name at a Glance

Name	Gaylord
Meaning	From the Old French, meaning high-spirited. Used as both a surname and given name.
Origin	French
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Gaylord Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Gaylord means “From the Old French, meaning high-spirited. Used as both a surname and given name”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Gaylord Name Origin

Our database records Gaylord under French origin. Browse more French baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Gaylord a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Gaylord is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Gaylord

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