Sayer Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSAY-er / /ˈseɪər/English; Old French
Meaning
English: 'one who says'; Old French: 'to say'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sayer has roots in both English and Old French. It is derived from the Old French word 'sayer,' meaning 'to say' or 'to speak.' Historically, it may have been used as a surname before transitioning into a given name. The name is relatively uncommon as a first name but has gained some recognition in modern times.
Trend Summary
Sayer has seen a slight increase in popularity in recent years, though it remains relatively uncommon.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sayer was first seen in the United States in 1984. Sayer has ranked as high as #1358 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Sayer has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 6 |