Title of honor or respect
Derived from the Middle English 'sire', which evolved from the Old French 'sieur', ultimately from the Latin 'senior' meaning older or elder. It has historically been used as a formal address for men and a title for those knighted by a monarch. In recent years, it has transitioned from a title to a given name, popularized by high-profile celebrity usage.
Less common today
Sir isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,461 in 2021.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Son of Beyoncé and Jay-Z
American rapper and producer
Pro Hero and mentor to Mirio Togata · My Hero Academia
