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

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  • Sawyer Avery Spielberg
    Son of Steven Spielberg
  • Sawyer Fulton
    Wrestler
  • Sawyer Sweeten
    Actor

Common Nicknames for Sawyer

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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
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
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