Syed
boy name#1217 in 2025Syed entered the US charts in 1965, peaked at #753 in 2000, ranks #1217 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1965–2025
#1217
rank today
#753
peak (2000)
166
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3620 |
| 1970s | #2354 |
| 1980s | #1257 |
| 1990s | #972 |
| 2000s | #1064 |
| 2010s | #1253 |
| 2020s | #1375 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Syed has been most popular in NY, TX, IL.
Living bearers
About 5,900 people named Syed are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Syed alive today was born around 2005, making them about 20 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Syed in 2025?
- Syed ranks #1217 among US boy names in 2025, with 166 babies given the name.
- When was the name Syed most popular?
- Syed peaked in 2000, reaching #753 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Syed with classmates?
- Syed will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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