How Many People Are Named Syed?
Complete statistics for the name Syed: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
A very rare name, Syed is chosen by only 1 in 57,538 Americans. Today, 5,735 people bear this name, and it peaked in 2000 with 224 births.
📖 Meaning & Origin
The number 8 traditionally symbolizes prosperity and success in numerology.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 23All 5,875 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2000Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Syed Through the Generations
Syed has a unique journey through American demographics. With just 5,875 total births across all time, it's clear why it feels so rare. Yet, there are currently 5,735 people named Syed, showing a stable trend. The peak year was 2000, when 224 babies were given this name. This name is predominantly male and has a modern feel, with 71% of those named Syed being under 30. The average age is 23, with a significant portion under 30, indicating its popularity among younger generations.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Syed's Arabic roots
📄 About the Name Syed
How Many People Have the Name Syed?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 13,973 people in the United States currently share the name Syed. That works out to roughly 1 in every 23,721 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Syed a Common or Rare Name?
Syed is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Syed in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Syed Most Popular?
The name Syed reached peak popularity in 2000, with 224 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Syed?
Approximately 13,973 people named Syed live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 13,973. That works out to roughly 1 in 23,721 Americans.
Is Syed a rare name?
Syed is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 23,721 Americans has this name.
What does the name Syed mean?
The meaning and origin of Syed are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Syed more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Syed are male and 0% are female.
When was Syed most popular?
Syed peaked in 2000 with 224 births that year. Current trend: Stable.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.