Sydney Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Sydney Name at a Glance

Name	Sydney
Meaning	From Sidon.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Sydney Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Sydney means “From Sidon”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Sydney Name Origin

Our database records Sydney under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Sydney a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Sydney is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Sydney

When considering Sydney for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.