Declining since 2009.
Popularity of Syria since 1948
Babies named Syria per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 6 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 18 |
| 1980s | 29 |
| 1990s | 80 |
| 2000s | 260 |
| 2010s | 143 |
| 2020s | 26 |
Meaning & origin
Syria is a rare modern given name in the United States, first recorded in 1948. Its peak year of usage was 2004, but it has been declining in popularity since 2009. The name has never broken into the top 1,000 rankings, and no one-in-N statistic is available due to its rarity. The name's meaning is uncertain; it may originate from the place name Syria, or it could be a creative respelling of other names like Sira. Given its low frequency, no top states for usage are reported. Syria is an unusual choice that likely draws on geographical or phonetic appeal rather than a long tradition of use.
The name Syria appears to be a modern coinage, likely derived from the place name Syria, which itself is of ancient Greek origin (Greek: Συρία). However, as a given name, its usage is sporadic and not tied to a traditional naming convention. It may also be a creative respelling of names like Sira or a feminization of Cyrus. Records show occasional use in the United States since the mid-20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sy, Ria
Sibling names for Syria
Names that share Syria's style, for a brother or sister.
