Sid Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsid / sɪdEnglish; Hebrew
Meaning
English: wide; Hebrew: to be a witness
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sid is often considered a diminutive of Sidney, which has English origins. It has been used as a standalone name since the 20th century. In Hebrew contexts, it is sometimes associated with the meaning of being a witness. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
The name Sid has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Sidney
- Syd
International Variants
- Sidon (Greek)
- Sidi (Arabic)
Famous people named Sid
Sid Vicious was an English musician and bassist for the punk rock band Sex Pistols.
Sid Caesar was an American comic actor and writer, famous for his television shows in the 1950s.
Fictional characters named Sid
Sid is a character in the animated film franchise 'Toy Story', known for being a mischievous child who destroys toys.
Sid the Sloth is a character in the 'Ice Age' film series, known for his comedic personality and clumsiness.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sid was first seen in the United States in 1880. Sid has ranked as high as #1080 nationally, which occurred in 1960, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Alabama, and Mississippi. In the past 5 years the name Sid has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sid (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 7 |
| 1881 | 10 |
| 1882 | 11 |
| 1883 | 10 |
| 1884 | 19 |
| 1886 | 14 |
| 1887 | 10 |
| 1888 | 9 |
| 1889 | 8 |
| 1890 | 12 |
| 1891 | 10 |
| 1892 | 13 |
| 1893 | 14 |
| 1894 | 14 |
| 1895 | 8 |
| 1896 | 8 |
| 1897 | 7 |
| 1898 | 12 |
| 1899 | 9 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1901 | 7 |
| 1902 | 9 |
| 1903 | 8 |
| 1904 | 9 |
| 1905 | 12 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1907 | 7 |
| 1908 | 10 |
| 1909 | 9 |
| 1910 | 15 |
| 1911 | 7 |
| 1912 | 23 |
| 1913 | 25 |
| 1914 | 23 |
| 1915 | 34 |
| 1916 | 26 |
| 1917 | 30 |
| 1918 | 22 |
| 1919 | 26 |
| 1920 | 35 |
| 1921 | 34 |
| 1922 | 36 |
| 1923 | 31 |
| 1924 | 29 |
| 1925 | 31 |
| 1926 | 32 |
| 1927 | 38 |
| 1928 | 30 |
| 1929 | 32 |
| 1930 | 30 |
| 1931 | 30 |
| 1932 | 30 |
| 1933 | 33 |
| 1934 | 31 |
| 1935 | 21 |
| 1936 | 35 |
| 1937 | 41 |
| 1938 | 26 |
| 1939 | 30 |
| 1940 | 26 |
| 1941 | 32 |
| 1942 | 37 |
| 1943 | 29 |
| 1944 | 29 |
| 1945 | 23 |
| 1946 | 41 |
| 1947 | 41 |
| 1948 | 40 |
| 1949 | 37 |
| 1950 | 27 |
| 1951 | 14 |
| 1952 | 23 |
| 1953 | 18 |
| 1954 | 27 |
| 1955 | 21 |
| 1956 | 33 |
| 1957 | 50 |
| 1958 | 47 |
| 1959 | 65 |
| 1960 | 66 |
| 1961 | 63 |
| 1962 | 38 |
| 1963 | 41 |
| 1964 | 42 |
| 1965 | 23 |
| 1966 | 28 |
| 1967 | 23 |
| 1968 | 23 |
| 1969 | 25 |
| 1970 | 21 |
| 1971 | 14 |
| 1972 | 23 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 16 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 14 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 19 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 27 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2008 | 29 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 23 |
| 2011 | 25 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 22 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 22 |