The nameSid

Sid is a short boy's name.

Meaning

A short form of Sidney, or a form of the Arabic sayyid, "lord".

Origin

English or Arabic.

History

In France it has been given in small numbers since the 1950s.

Popularity of the name Sid

Sid in France

2014peak year (15 births)
520babies named Sid in France since 1900
0815 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Sid was most popular in France in the 1980s, with 110 births over the decade, 21% of all recorded babies named Sid. Its rise began around 1952, and it peaked in 2014. Half of all babies named Sid in France were born before 1990.

Variants and related names

Sid in our baby name lists

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Sid mean?

A short form of Sidney, or a form of the Arabic sayyid, "lord".

What is the origin of the name Sid?

English or Arabic.

Is Sid a girl's or a boy's name?

Sid is a boy's name.

What are the variants of the name Sid?

Variants and related names of Sid include Sidney.