Baylor

The name Baylor is primarily of English origin, deriving from an occupational surname. It is thought to have come from the Old French word 'bailler', meaning 'to deliver' or 'to carry', suggesting an ancestor who was a porter or a carrier of goods. Alternatively, it could be a habitational name, indicating someone from a place called Baylor, though such a place is not widely documented. In modern usage, particularly in the United States, it has gained popularity as a given name, often associated with Baylor University in Texas.