gender neutral
Sawyer
woodcutter
About Sawyer
Sawyer combines rugged Americana with literary sophistication, creating an irresistible package for modern parents. This occupational surname brings to mind both frontier resourcefulness and Mark Twain's beloved adventurer, Tom Sawyer. The name feels authentically American—confident, capable, and down-to-earth without being unsophisticated. Sawyer works beautifully for active, outdoorsy families while remaining perfectly appropriate for any lifestyle or profession. It has surged in popularity recently, appreciated for its strong yet approachable character. The name suggests someone practical and clever, able to figure things out and solve problems independently. Sawyer avoids the formality of traditional choices while maintaining enough substance to age well. It's equally suited to a toddler building block towers or an adult building actual structures. The unisex quality adds versatility, though it leans masculine in usage.
Popularity of the Name Sawyer
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | #947 | |||
| 1992 | #594 | #725 | ||
| 1993 | #532 | #679 | ||
| 1994 | #469 | #508 | ||
| 1995 | #492 | #495 | ||
| 1996 | #525 | #519 | ||
| 1997 | #520 | #602 | ||
| 1998 | #502 | #659 | ||
| 1999 | #482 | #645 | ||
| 2000 | #461 | #448 | ||
| 2001 | #487 | #582 | ||
| 2002 | #499 | #442 | ||
| 2003 | #441 | #599 | ||
| 2004 | #439 | #470 | ||
| 2005 | #307 | #312 | ||
| 2006 | #247 | #237 | ||
| 2007 | #240 | #206 | ||
| 2008 | #225 | #223 | ||
| 2009 | #202 | #191 | ||
| 2010 | #173 | #164 | ||
| 2011 | #172 | #161 | ||
| 2012 | #147 | #428 | #136 | |
| 2013 | #120 | #130 | ||
| 2014 | #110 | #116 | ||
| 2015 | #94 | #89 | ||
| 2016 | #97 | #863 | #97 | |
| 2017 | #95 | #421 | #110 | |
| 2018 | #100 | #103 | ||
| 2019 | #106 | #870 | #119 | |
| 2020 | #116 | #875 | #126 | |
| 2021 | #114 | #132 | ||
| 2022 | #131 | #127 | ||
| 2023 | #127 | #899 | #142 | |
| 2024 | #131 | #130 | ||
| 2025 | #122 | #131 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Sawyer
- Soyer
- Sawyar
- Sawyur
- Sawyr
- Sowyar
- Sawer
- Sayer
- Sauyer
- Sawyere
- Sawyier
Names Similar to Sawyer
Nicknames for Sawyer
- Saw
- Sawy
- S.R.
- Soy
Famous People Named Sawyer
| Sawyer Fredericks | American singer-songwriter and winner of "The Voice" season 8 |
| Sawyer Sweeten | American child actor known for his role in the TV series "Everybody Loves Raymond" |
| Sawyer Hartman | American YouTube personality and filmmaker |
| Sawyer Brown | American country music band |
| Sawyer Fulton | American professional wrestler |
| Sawyer Tillman | American football player |
| Sawyer Smith | American actor |
| Sawyer Stevens | American ice hockey player |
| Sawyer Sherwood | American fashion designer |
| Sawyer Frazier | American painter |
| Sawyer Edmonds | Son of reality TV personality Meghan King Edmonds |
| Sawyer Bell | American film director |
| Sawyer Hannay | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Sawyer Nicholson | American journalist |
| Sawyer Thompson | American swimmer |
| Sawyer Doogan | Australian rules footballer |
| Sawyer Berry | American soccer player |
| Sawyer Fleming | British musician and songwriter |
Characters Named Sawyer
| Sawyer Pickett | Character from the "Divergent" series by Veronica Roth |
| Sawyer Grimm | Character from the TV show "Lost Girl" |
| Sawyer Templeton | Character from the TV show "Nashville" |
| Sawyer Landry | Character from the book series "Off-Campus" by Elle Kennedy |
| Sawyer Valentini | Character from the movie "Unsane" |
| Sawyer O'Dell | Character from the TV show "The Magicians" |
| Sawyer Fullerton | Character from the TV show "Friday Night Lights" |
| Sawyer Guggenheim | Character from the TV show "Gossip Girl" |
| Sawyer Herron | Character from the movie "The Unborn" |
| Sawyer Nelson | Character from the TV show "H2O - Just Add Water" |
| Sawyer Grant | Character from the book series "The Grace Year" by Kim Liggett |
| Sawyer Shepherd | Character from the TV show "Grey's Anatomy" |
| Sawyer Kent | Character from the book series "Fallen Crest High" by Tijan |
| Sawyer Pelson | Character from the TV show "Ghost Whisperer" |
| Sawyer Donovan | Character from the book series "The Bourbon Kings" by J.R. Ward |
| Sawyer Radcliffe | Character from the movie "The Cutting Edge" |
| Sawyer Lukas | Character from the TV show "Supernatural" |