Major vs Sincere

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sincere

Boy #605 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"genuine, honest, without deceit"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#605
Total SSA Count
471
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Sin, Cere, Si

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Major Rank #581
Sincere Rank #605

Major is more popular, ranked #581 vs #605 for Sincere.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Major ___

  • Major James
  • Major Lee
  • Major Cole
  • Major Reed
  • Major West
  • Major Blake

Sincere ___

  • Sincere James
  • Sincere Malik
  • Sincere Elijah
  • Sincere Isaiah
  • Sincere Deon
  • Sincere Marcus

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Major

Knox Legend True Blaze Crew

If you choose Sincere

Royal Noble Reign Justice Legacy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Major or Sincere more popular?

Major is more popular, ranked #581 compared to Sincere at #605 in the United States.

What do Major and Sincere mean?

Major means "greater, superior" (Latin origin). Sincere means "genuine, honest, without deceit" (Latin origin).

Are Major and Sincere boy or girl names?

Major is primarily a boy name. Sincere is primarily a boy name.

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