Gaylord
Meaning of Gaylord
The name Gaylord is a male name of English origin. It is pronounced as GAY-lord (/ˈɡeɪˌlɔrd/). The variations of this name include Gayle and Gaylen. In terms of popularity, historical data shows that the name Gaylord was more commonly used in the early to mid-20th century in Wisconsin, with varying ranks and occurrences during those years. Despite its historical usage, the name has become less popular in recent years. The name Gaylord carries no specific associations or meanings beyond being a traditional given name.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as GAY-lord (/ˈɡeɪˌlɔrd/)
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Notable People Named Gaylord
| Gaylord Jackson Perry was a successful and durable American right-handed pitcher in Major League Baseball, winning the Cy Young Award in both leagues and becoming one of the most accomplished pitchers in history. |
| Gaylord Anton Nelson was an influential American politician from Wisconsin, known for founding Earth Day and sparking a new era of environmental activism. |
| Gaylord Powless (1946–2001) was a renowned Haudenosaunee lacrosse player from the Six Nations of the Grand River First Nation Indian reserve near Brantford, Ontario, and was inducted into the Canadian Sports Hall of Fame in 2017. |
| Gaylord Birch - Gaylord G. Birch was a renowned American drummer who played for several iconic bands including Santana, Graham Central Station, Cold Blood, Pointer Sisters, and Herbie Hancock. |
| Gaylord Griswold was a United States representative from New York who also served in the New York State Assembly. |
