Rising since 2010, #1,443 for boys today.
Popularity of Syair since 2001
Babies named Syair per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 25 |
| 2010s | 132 |
| 2020s | 367 |
Meaning & origin
Syair is a modern, rare masculine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2001. Since 2010, it has been rising in use, reaching its peak rank of 1443 in 2025, when it was given to 1 in 13,775 boys. The name is most popular in southern states such as Alabama, Virginia, and Louisiana. Its etymology is uncertain; it may be a creative invention or possibly draw from the Arabic 'shi'r' (poetry) or the Malay 'syair' (a traditional poetic form), but no direct link is confirmed. Syair's rare but upward trajectory reflects a pattern of modern coinages that appeal to parents seeking distinctive, melodious names with a global flair.
Syair first appeared in U.S. records in 2001, with no clear historical or linguistic precedent. It may be a creative respelling or elaboration drawing from the Arabic 'shi'r' (poetry) or the Malay 'syair' (a traditional poetic form), but no direct derivation is attested. The name remains rare and appears to be a modern coinage, likely influenced by fashionable sounds and spellings.
Where Syair is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Sibling names for Syair
Names that share Syair's style, for a brother or sister.
