Sawyer
soy-er
US Popularity:144
Origin:British
Meaning:Woodcutter
Sawyer is a gender-neutral occupational name of English origins, meaning “woodcutter.” The name originally found fame in Mark Twain’s Adventures of Tom Sawyer, as an ever-mischievous and adventurous little boy. Sawyer also received a revival in the noughties thanks to the eponymous character in the cult TV series Lost. Sporting a relaxed and friendly feel, Sawyer is also a familiar surname, with American broadcaster Diane bearing the last name. Celebs have also become smitten with Sawyer over the years as Steven Spielberg gave the name to his little one.
Famous People Named Sawyer
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Sawyer Avery SpielbergSon of Steven Spielberg
- Sawyer FultonWrestler
- Sawyer SweetenActor
How Popular Is The Name Sawyer?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Sawyer is currently #213 on The Bump
Boy:Sawyer is currently #122 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Sawyer is currently #155 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Sawyer is currently #144 in U.S. births
Boy:Sawyer is currently #127 in U.S. births
Girl:Sawyer is currently #280 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#280
in 2023
- 39
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky
House of Names, Beau History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Ancestry, Sawyer Family History
Behind the Name, Sawyer January 2022
Name Doctor, Sawyer
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