Sawyer
girl name#290 in 2025Sawyer entered the US charts in 1986, peaked at #216 in 2021, ranks #290 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1986–2025
#290
rank today
#216
peak (2021)
1,056
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5776 |
| 1990s | #3308 |
| 2000s | #1865 |
| 2010s | #404 |
| 2020s | #261 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Sawyer has been most popular in TX, CA, OH.
Living bearers
About 18,000 people named Sawyer are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sawyer is a kid of about 7 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sawyer in 2025?
- Sawyer ranks #290 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,056 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sawyer most popular?
- Sawyer peaked in 2021, reaching #216 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Sawyer with classmates?
- Sawyer will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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