Sailor Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationSAY-lor / /ˈseɪlər/English; Nautical
Meaning
one who navigates the sea; sailor
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, 'sailor' refers to a person who navigates or works on a ship, reflecting the maritime culture prevalent in coastal communities. The term has nautical roots, emphasizing the importance of seafaring in trade and exploration throughout history.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Sailor
International Variants
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Famous people named Sailor
Sailor Moon — fictional character in anime.
Sailor Jerry — famous tattoo artist.
Fictional characters named Sailor
Sailor Mars — Sailor Moon.
Sailor Neptune — Sailor Moon.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sailor was first seen in the United States in 1997. Sailor has ranked as high as #1343 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Florida, Texas, California, Tennessee, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Sailor has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sailor (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 9 | |
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 23 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 25 |
| 2014 | 23 |
| 2015 | 43 |
| 2016 | 49 |
| 2017 | 40 |
| 2018 | 36 |
| 2019 | 45 |
| 2020 | 37 |
| 2021 | 39 |
| 2022 | 50 |
| 2023 | 30 |
| 2024 | 48 |