Sy Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSigh / saɪEnglish; Hebrew
Meaning
English: 'sight'; Hebrew: 'God is my salvation'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sy is often considered a diminutive of names like Sidney or Silas. In Hebrew contexts, it is sometimes associated with the name Sion or other variations. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name has a simple, straightforward appeal, making it accessible and easy to pronounce.
Trend Summary
The name Sy has seen limited popularity in the U.S., often used as a nickname or diminutive.
Similar Names
Variants
- Si
- Sye
International Variants
- Sion (Welsh)
- Sai (Japanese)
Famous people named Sy
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sy was first seen in the United States in 1917. Sy has ranked as high as #1288 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in California, Texas, and Louisiana. In the past 5 years the name Sy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sy (2010)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 12 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 18 |
| 1981 | 18 |
| 1982 | 22 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 24 |
| 2000 | 21 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 23 |
| 2003 | 33 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 32 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2008 | 29 |
| 2009 | 20 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 20 |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2013 | 30 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 11 |