Fergus vs Sid

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sid

Boy #4,636 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wide meadow, wide island"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,636
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Fergus Rank #4,453
Sid Rank #4,636

Fergus is more popular, ranked #4453 vs #4636 for Sid.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Fergus ___

  • Fergus James
  • Fergus Patrick
  • Fergus William
  • Fergus Hugh
  • Fergus Alastair
  • Fergus Duncan

Sid ___

  • Sid James
  • Sid Thomas
  • Sid Allen
  • Sid Ray
  • Sid Lee
  • Sid Wayne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Fergus

Hamish Alasdair Fiona Isla Callum

If you choose Sid

Ned Fred Ted Gus Lou

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fergus or Sid more popular?

Fergus is more popular, ranked #4453 compared to Sid at #4636 in the United States.

What do Fergus and Sid mean?

Fergus means "man of vigor" (Old Irish origin). Sid means "wide meadow, wide island" (Old English origin).

Are Fergus and Sid boy or girl names?

Fergus is primarily a boy name. Sid is primarily a boy name.

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