Sir vs Lemuel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sir

Boy #1,964 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"lord, master"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English Caribbean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,964
Total SSA Count
80
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Sir Rank #1,964
Lemuel Rank #2,131

Sir is more popular, ranked #1964 vs #2131 for Lemuel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sir or Lemuel more popular?

Sir is more popular, ranked #1964 compared to Lemuel at #2131 in the United States.

What do Sir and Lemuel mean?

Sir means "lord, master" (Old French origin). Lemuel means "belonging to God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Sir and Lemuel boy or girl names?

Sir is primarily a boy name. Lemuel is primarily a boy name.

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