10 Shocking facts about Taylor Swift (With Pictures)

5. She Was Named After Another Talented Singer-Songwriter

Ever wondered what the inspiration behind Taylor Swift’s first name was? Well, she’s shared that information in an interview – it turns out that her parents named her after the talented singer-songwriterJames Taylor, because they enjoyed his music and figured a more unisex name like Taylor would help their daughter move up in the business world. While we have a feeling that Taylor Swift would have become a superstar regardless of what her name was, it’s still pretty neat that she has a special connection to another talented musician. James Taylor himself heard the story at one point (the two shared the stage in 2011 for a duet), and stated that “It’s hugely flattering and was a delightful surprise when she told me that.”