Shayne vs Sydney

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sydney

Boy #4,249 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wide island"

Origin: Old English sid (wide) and eg (island)

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,249
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Shayne Rank #4,056
Sydney Rank #4,249

Shayne is more popular, ranked #4056 vs #4249 for Sydney.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shayne or Sydney more popular?

Shayne is more popular, ranked #4056 compared to Sydney at #4249 in the United States.

What do Shayne and Sydney mean?

Shayne means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Sydney means "wide island" (Old English sid (wide) and eg (island) origin).

Are Shayne and Sydney boy or girl names?

Shayne is primarily a boy name. Sydney is primarily a boy name.

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