Sydney
Sydney is originally an English surname derived from the place name Saint Denis in France, meaning 'from the wide island' or 'wide meadow.' It gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century, often associated with the vibrant Australian city.
Current Popularity
#288 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Multiple spelling variations exist (Sydney, Sidney, Sydnie)
- •Originally more common for boys, now predominantly used for girls
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across different languages
- •Strong association with Sydney, Australia may appeal to travel-loving parents
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Statistics
177,413
Total births since 1880
2000
Peak year
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