Declining since 2011.
Popularity of Sneijder since 2008
Babies named Sneijder per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 15 |
| 2010s | 104 |
| 2020s | 10 |
Meaning & origin
Sneijder is a modern American given name that first appeared in Social Security records in 2008. With no rank in the top 1,000, it remains exceptionally rare, with fewer than five births in most years. The name reached its highest recorded usage in 2015, but since 2011 its trajectory has been declining. This name did not appear in any of the top states, and its popularity is sparse across the country. As a surname-turned-first-name, it reflects the trend of using distinctive surnames to create unique given names, often inspired by public figures. The name carries no deep historical or cultural roots in English naming traditions.
Sneijder is a modern first name derived from the Dutch surname Sneijder, meaning 'tailor'. The name gained limited use as a given name in the United States after 2008, likely influenced by Dutch footballer Wesley Sneijder, who gained international fame during the 2010 World Cup. Its use peaked in 2015 but has since declined.
Sibling names for Sneijder
Names that share Sneijder's style, for a brother or sister.
