Rising since 1999, #1,193 for boys today.
Popularity of Syncere since 1999
Babies named Syncere per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 19 | 21 |
| 2000s | 219 | 733 |
| 2010s | 264 | 1,200 |
| 2020s | 172 | 1,180 |
Meaning & origin
Syncere is a modern American coinage that first appeared on the U.S. baby name charts in 1999. It is a respelling of the English word 'sincere', which itself comes from the Latin 'sincerus', meaning 'clean, pure, sound'. The name has followed a rising trajectory since its debut, reaching its peak rank in 2022. In the latest year (2025), Syncere ranked 1193rd with approximately 1 in 10,048 boys receiving the name. Its use is most concentrated in South Carolina, Georgia, and Louisiana, suggesting a regional preference in the American South. Syncere fits into the contemporary trend of virtue names with distinctive spellings, similar to other modern coinages like 'Nevaeh' and 'Messiah'. While not among the most popular names, its steady growth indicates a niche but enduring appeal.
Syncere is a respelling of the English word 'sincere', which originates from the Latin 'sincerus' meaning 'clean, pure, sound'. It first appeared as a given name in the late 1990s, reflecting a modern trend of using virtue words as names with creative spellings. The name has seen modest but increasing use, particularly in the southern United States.
Where Syncere is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Syn, Cere
Variants: Sincere
Sibling names for Syncere
Names that share Syncere's style, for a brother or sister.
