Sawyer Name Meaning

Helen Doanna

By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated June 7, 2024
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Fact: Sawyer is also a common surname, famously associated with Mark Twain’s character, Tom Sawyer.

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A Deep Dive

Sawyer Overview

Meaning

Woodcutter

Gender

Boy, Gender-neutral

Origin

English

Etymology

Derived from the Middle English word “saghe” meaning “one who saws wood” or “woodcutter.”

Religion

Christianity

Pronunciation

/ˈsɔɪ.ər/

Popularity

Sawyer has become a popular name in English-speaking countries, especially in the USA. Recently, Sawyer has consistently ranked within the top 100 names for boys in the USA.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

6 letters

Numerology

1 (Pioneering, Independent, Leading)

Name Styles

Modern, Cool, Nature-inspired, Occupational

Associated Traits

Adventurous, independent, resourceful
A Deep Dive

Sawyer Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Sayer, Sawye, Sawier, Sayeri, Sawer

Common Nicknames

Sawy, Soyy, Sawie, Saye, Sayer

Diminutives

Saw, S, Soy, Saye, Say

Famous People

  • Sawyer Fredericks
    (American Singer)
  • Sawyer Sweeten
    (American Child Actor)
  • Sawyer Spielberg
    (American Actor)
  • Sawyer Bennett
    (American Author)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • James "Sawyer" Ford
    ("Lost," TV Series)
  • Sawyer Nelson
    ("Dolphin Tale," Film)
  • Tom Sawyer
    ("The Adventures of Tom Sawyer," Novel)
  • Sawyer
    ("Cats Don't Dance," Film)
  • Sawyer
    ("The Client List," TV Series)
  • Sawyer Scott
    ("One Tree Hill," TV Series)

Places

  • Sawyer City
    (North Dakota, USA)
  • Sawyer Park
    (Oregon, USA)
  • Sawyer River
    (New Hampshire, USA)
  • Sawyer Lake
    (Ontario, Canada)
  • Sawyer County
    (Wisconsin, USA)

What Is the Meaning of Sawyer?

Sawyer means “woodcutter” or “one who saws wood.” People named Sawyer are often seen as hardworking and down-to-earth, embodying qualities of resilience and determination.

What Is the Origin of The Name Sawyer?

The name Sawyer has English roots, originating from the Old English word “sagu,” which means “to saw.” Historically, it was an occupational surname given to those who worked as woodcutters or sawyers, reflecting the importance of this trade in medieval England.

Sawyer Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Sawyer in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#1142021#1302022#1272023
Top 3 Rankings#942015#952017#972016

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Sawyer

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023127
(+3 from 2022)
2833
(-74 from 2022)
0.15471
2022130
(-16 from 2021)
2907
(-348 from 2021)
0.15521
2021114
(+2 from 2020)
3255
(+71 from 2020)
0.17373
2020116
(-10 from 2019)
3184
(-371 from 2019)
0.17214
2019106
(-7 from 2018)
3555
(-323 from 2018)
0.18499
201899
(-4 from 2017)
3878
(-293 from 2017)
0.19951
201795
(+2 from 2016)
4171
(-77 from 2016)
0.21075
201697
(-3 from 2015)
4248
(-22 from 2015)
0.20971
201594
(+16 from 2014)
4270
(+675 from 2014)
0.20886
2014110
(+10 from 2013)
3595
(+430 from 2013)
0.17543
2013120
(+27 from 2012)
3165
(+424 from 2012)
0.15663
2012147
(+25 from 2011)
2741
(+562 from 2011)
0.13508
2011172
(+1 from 2010)
2179
(-40 from 2010)
0.10727
2010173
(+29 from 2009)
2219
(+323 from 2009)
0.10801
2009202
(+23 from 2008)
1896
(+222 from 2008)
0.08940
2008225
(+15 from 2007)
1674
(+163 from 2007)
0.07677
2007240
(+7 from 2006)
1511
(+122 from 2006)
0.06821
2006247
(+60 from 2005)
1389
(+320 from 2005)
0.06336
2005307
(+132 from 2004)
1069
(+477 from 2004)
0.05025
2004439
(+1 from 2003)
592
(+22 from 2003)
0.02801
2003440
(+58 from 2002)
570
(+107 from 2002)
0.02713
2002498
(-12 from 2001)
463
(-8 from 2001)
0.02240
2001486
(-26 from 2000)
471
(-46 from 2000)
0.02277
2000460
(+20 from 1999)
517
(+54 from 1999)
0.02476
1999480
(+22 from 1998)
463
(+34 from 1998)
0.02271
1998502
(+16 from 1997)
429
(+40 from 1997)
0.02116
1997518
(+6 from 1996)
389
(+9 from 1996)
0.01947
1996524
(-33 from 1995)
380
(-58 from 1995)
0.01896
1995491
(-22 from 1994)
438
(-25 from 1994)
0.02178
1994469
(+61 from 1993)
463
(+88 from 1993)
0.02271
1993530
(+65 from 1992)
375
(+76 from 1992)
0.01816
1992595
(+349 from 1991)
299
(+173 from 1991)
0.01424
1991944
(+185 from 1990)
126
(+35 from 1990)
0.00594
19901129
(+152 from 1989)
91
(+19 from 1989)
0.00423
19891281
(+169 from 1988)
72
(+19 from 1988)
0.00344
19881450
(-232 from 1987)
53
(-10 from 1987)
0.00265
19871218
(+220 from 1986)
63
(+15 from 1986)
0.00323
19861438
(+1161 from 1985)
48
(+29 from 1985)
0.00250
19852599
(+1100 from 1984)
19
(+8 from 1984)
0.00099
19843699
(+440 from 1983)
11
(+2 from 1983)
0.00059
19834139
(+1633 from 1978)
9
(+4 from 1978)
0.00048
19820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19790
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19785772
(-3499 from 1913)
5
(-2 from 1913)
0.00029
19770
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19760
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19750
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19740
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19730
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19720
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19710
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19700
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19690
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19680
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19670
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19660
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19650
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19640
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19630
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0
No SSA data
0.0000
19620
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19610
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19600
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19590
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19580
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19570
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19560
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19550
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19540
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19530
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19520
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19510
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19500
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19490
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19480
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19470
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19460
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19450
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19440
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19430
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19420
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19410
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19400
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19390
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19380
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19370
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19360
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19350
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19340
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19330
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19320
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19310
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19300
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19290
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19280
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19270
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19260
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19250
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19240
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19230
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19220
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19210
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19200
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19190
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19180
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19170
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19160
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19150
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19140
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19132273
First SSA data recorded
7
First SSA data recorded
0.00131
19120
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19110
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19090
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19070
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18990
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18950
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0
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0.0000
18940
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
18930
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
18870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
18850
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
18840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18830
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0
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0.0000
18820
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0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Sawyer

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#2112021#2232022#2472023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#2702021#3302022#3052023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#562021#502022#592023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#932021#832022#992023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#772021#1122022#842023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#1552021#1832022#1872023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#1012021#1262022#1112023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#492021#532022#692023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#1022021#1352022#1122023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#812021#622022#522023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#1022021#1122022#1002023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#1222021#1472022#1472023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#1802021#2262022#2712023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#422021#632022#652023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#1582021#1602022#1582023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#1032021#1172022#772023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#812021#762022#632023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#782021#642022#872023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#382021#422022#382023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#1042021#1572022#1132023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#1102021#1042022#1322023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#542021#872022#1052023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#502021#632022#712023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#832021#942022#1112023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#552021#562022#492023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#652021#552022#1282023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#612021#1082022#1132023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#1762021#1922022#2932023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#2022021#1702022#1902023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#552021#562022#442023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#1132021#1542022#912023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#612021#942022#512023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#1932021#1632022#2122023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#422021#372022#312023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#1112021#1012022#1252023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#2742021#3032022#3422023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#222021#332022#202023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#632021#452022#452023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#1432021#2182022#1592023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#252021#302022#412023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#952021#402022#392023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#232021#552022#162023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#1842021#2642022#2342023

Vermont (VT)

Vermont (VT) flagVermont (VT)#742021#402022#142023

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#2112021#662022#1372023

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#162021#792022#432023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#1882021#2482022#1442023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#2932020#1902022#2562023

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#2062021#1582022#2142023

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#1972018#2232020#2292021

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#2252014#2852016#1712018

Popularity Rankings for Sawyer in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#1182021#1182022#1292023

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#4022012#4172017

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#4142022

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#4422017#4762020#4772021

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#9702018#6072019#9602020

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#7642019#7412020#7702023

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Sawyer a Name for Boys or Girls?

Sawyer works well for both boys and girls, fitting seamlessly into the trend of unisex names. Its strong yet gentle sound appeals to many parents looking for a name that feels modern and balanced.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Sawyer

  • Sayer
  • Sawye
  • Sawier
  • Sayeri
  • Sawer
  • Sawy
  • Soyy
  • Sawie
  • Saye
  • Sayer
  • Saw
  • S
  • Soy
  • Saye
  • Say

Sawyer in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Sawyer Fredericks (Singer, born 1999): An American singer who won the eighth season of "The Voice."
  • Sawyer Sweeten (Actor, 1995–2015): An American child actor best known for his role in "Everybody Loves Raymond."
  • Sawyer Spielberg (Actor, born 1992): An American actor and the son of famous director Steven Spielberg.
  • Sawyer Bennett (Author, born 1970): A popular American author known for her romance novels.
  • James "Sawyer" Ford ("Lost," 2004 TV Series): A conman with a troubled past who becomes one of the leaders among the survivors of a plane crash on a mysterious island.
  • Sawyer Nelson ("Dolphin Tale," 2011 Film): A young boy who befriends and helps rescue a dolphin with a prosthetic tail.
  • Tom Sawyer ("The Adventures of Tom Sawyer," 1876 Novel by Mark Twain): A mischievous and adventurous boy growing up along the Mississippi River.
  • Sawyer ("Cats Don't Dance," 1997 Film): A feline actress who dreams of making it big in Hollywood.
  • Sawyer ("The Client List," 2012 TV Series): A character involved in the life and struggles of a single mother working at a spa that offers more than just massages.
  • Sawyer Scott ("One Tree Hill," 2003 TV Series): The daughter of Peyton Sawyer and Lucas Scott, born into a world of drama and romance.
  • Sawyer ("Ray Donovan," 2013 TV Series): A minor character involved in the dark and complex world of a professional fixer for the rich and famous.
  • Sawyer Valentini ("Unsane," 2018 Film): A woman who becomes involuntarily committed to a mental institution where she is confronted by her greatest fear.
  • Sawyer ("Summerland," 2004 TV Series): A teenage character dealing with life changes and family dynamics.
  • Sawyer ("Into the Woods," 2014 Film): A character in the modern adaptation of the classic fairy tale musical.
  • Sawyer City (North Dakota, USA): A small city in Ward County known for its rural charm and community spirit.
  • Sawyer Park (Oregon, USA): A public park in Bend known for its hiking trails and scenic views of the Deschutes River.
  • Sawyer River (New Hampshire, USA): A river in the White Mountains known for its clear waters and fishing opportunities.
  • Sawyer Lake (Ontario, Canada): A lake in Ontario popular for its tranquil environment and outdoor activities like boating and fishing.
  • Sawyer County (Wisconsin, USA): A county in northwestern Wisconsin known for its beautiful forests and lakes, including the Chequamegon National Forest.
  • Sawyer Island (Maine, USA): An island in Boothbay Harbor known for its picturesque landscapes and wildlife.
  • Sawyer Mountain (New York, USA): A mountain in the Adirondacks known for its hiking trails and panoramic views.
  • Sawyer Hill (Massachusetts, USA): A hill in Marlborough known for its historic significance and scenic beauty.
  • Sawyer Road (British Columbia, Canada): A scenic road in British Columbia known for its beautiful views and access to outdoor activities.
  • Sawyer Township (Michigan, USA): A township in Michigan's Upper Peninsula known for its natural beauty and recreational opportunities.

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