unisex name · English origin
Sawyer
/ SOY-er /
Meaning
Sawyer means Woodcutter (English).
Gender
Unisex
Origin
English
Pronunciation
SOY-er
Popularity
#122 boys · #291 girls (U.S. 2025)
Popularity of Sawyer in the US, 1880–2025
Sawyer first appears in US records in 1913. It peaked in 2015, when 4,272 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 2,941.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Sawyer mean?
An English occupational surname, “one who saws wood.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sawyer mean?
Sawyer means Woodcutter. An English occupational surname, “one who saws wood.”
What is the origin of the name Sawyer?
Sawyer is of English origin.
How do you pronounce Sawyer?
Sawyer is pronounced “SOY-er.”
Is Sawyer a boy or a girl name?
Sawyer is most commonly used as a unisex name.
How popular is the name Sawyer?
In 2025, Sawyer ranked #122 among boys’ and #291 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Sawyer most popular?
Sawyer was most popular in 2015, when about 4,272 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.