| Meaning | wide meadow, wide island |
| Origin | English, French |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Sydney |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Syd-ney |
About Sydney
Sydney, a name of English and Old French origin, has gained popularity as both a unisex and male name. While it doesn't carry a specific meaning of its own, its association with the vibrant city of Sydney, Australia, gives it a unique and adventurous vibe.
The name Sydney evokes images of expansive meadows and the beauty of the Australian coastline. Its simplicity and elegance make it a timeless choice for parents looking for a name that is both modern and classic.
Sydney's versatility allows for various nicknames, such as Sid or Sy, giving your child options as they grow. It's a name that can suit a wide range of personalities, from the outgoing and adventurous to the thoughtful and contemplative.
Whether you have a personal connection to the city of Sydney or simply appreciate its charm, choosing this name for your baby boy is a decision that combines heritage and a sense of exploration. It's a name that will carry your child through life with style and grace, making it a choice worth considering for your precious little one.
Nicknames for Sydney
| Syd |
| Sid |
| Syddy |
| Ney |
Famous People Named Sydney
| Sydney Poitier | Bahamian-American actor and film director |
| Sydney Crosby | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Sydney Pollack | American film director and producer |
| Sydney Greenstreet | British-American actor |
| Sydney Chaplin | British-American actor and the son of Charlie Chaplin |
| Sydney Toler | American actor known for playing Charlie Chan in films |
| Sydney Omarr | American astrologer and writer |
| Sydney J. Harris | American journalist and columnist |
| Sydney Sweeney | American actress |
| Sydney Lotterby | British television director and producer |
| Sydney Tafler | British actor |
| Sydney Waterlow | English businessman and politician |
| Sydney Biddle Barrows | American author and former escort agency owner |
| Sydney Thomas | Welsh judge and politician |
| Sydney H. Schanberg | American journalist and Pulitzer Prize winner |
| Sydney Wooderson | British middle-distance runner |
| Sydney Vandenburg | Australian rules footballer |
| Sydney Silverman | British politician and anti-war activist |
| Sydney Bennett | British footballer |
| Sydney Box | British film producer and director |
Characters Named Sydney
| Sydney Carton | A character in Charles Dickens' "A Tale of Two Cities" |
| Sydney Andrews | A character in the TV series "Melrose Place" |
| Sydney Novak | A character in the TV series "I Am Not Okay with This" |
| Sydney Katz | A character in the TV series "Breaking Bad" |
| Sydney Schanberg | A character based on the real-life journalist in the movie "The Killing Fields" |
| Sydney Bristow | The main character in the TV series "Alias" |
| Sydney Rutledge | A character in the TV series "Suits" |
| Sydney Miller | A character in the movie "Finding Nemo" |
| Sydney Fife | A character in the movie "I Love You, Man" |
| Sydney Barringer | A character in the TV series "One Tree Hill" |
| Sydney Carpenter | A character in the TV series "Queer as Folk" |
| Sydney Bloom | A character in the TV series "The Politician" |
| Sydney "Syd" | A character in the TV series "Dead to Me" |
| Sydney Schorr | A character in the movie "The Intern" |
| Sydney Lake | A character in the TV series "The Vampire Diaries" |
| Sydney Higgins | A character in the TV series "Alias Grace" |
| Sydney Kessler | A character in the TV series "Jersey Shore" |
| Sydney Barrett | A character in the movie "Never Been Kissed" |
| Sydney Falkland | A character in the movie "Barry Lyndon" |