Sway
Pronunciation: [ sw-AY ]
Sway is a boy baby name. Ranked #7,307 in the US.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Sway first appeared in US Social Security records in 2003.
Over 102 babies have been named Sway in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sway is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #7,307 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #7,307
- Total SSA Count
- 12
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Sway is also used as a girl name, ranked #11111.
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About the Name Sway
Sway is a boy name .
Is Sway a boy or girl name? Sway is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #7,307 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #11,111. Sway is more commonly used as a boy name.
Sway is currently ranked #7,307 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Sway include Swayde, Swade . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis