Sy
boy name#7679 in 2025Sy entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #2269 in 1982, ranks #7679 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
#7679
rank today
#2269
peak (1982)
10
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3698 |
| 1920s | #3909 |
| 1930s | #3520 |
| 1940s | #3338 |
| 1950s | #3394 |
| 1960s | #3541 |
| 1970s | #3441 |
| 1980s | #3379 |
| 1990s | #4409 |
| 2000s | #3791 |
| 2010s | #6058 |
| 2020s | #8086 |
Living bearers
About 900 people named Sy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sy alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sy in 2025?
- Sy ranks #7679 among US boy names in 2025, with 10 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sy most popular?
- Sy peaked in 1982, reaching #2269 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Sy with classmates?
- Sy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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