Sidney
Sidney is of Old English origin, derived from "Saint Denis" or meaning "wide island" or "wide meadow." It has a distinguished, scholarly quality with British aristocratic roots that became popular as both a surname and given name.
Current Popularity
#1374 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Can be spelled Sidney or Sydney, with Sidney being the more traditional spelling
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across different languages
- •Has a vintage appeal that feels both classic and fresh
- •Gender-neutral name that has traditionally leaned male but is used for all genders
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Statistics
84,056
Total births since 1880
1918
Peak year
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