Wide island or south island
A short form of Sydney, which is derived from the Old English words 'sid' meaning wide and 'eg' meaning island. It is also historically associated with the French place name Saint-Denis. While often used as a nickname, it has a long history as a standalone given name.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Syd in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Founding member and original frontman of Pink Floyd
Influential industrial designer and concept artist for Blade Runner
Screenwriter and author of influential books on screenwriting
Children's book author and illustrator of Danny and the Dinosaur
