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Syair

♂ Boy

Pronounced SIHAYR /ˈsɪeɪr/Low

Meaning: Poetry, verse; from Arabic shi'r, used in Malay for a traditional form of poetry.Low

In 30 seconds: Syair means 'poetry, verse' - from Arabic shi'r, adopted in Malay for a traditional poetic form.
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Origin LowMalay, Arabic
MeaningPoetry, verse; from Arabic shi'r, used in Malay for a traditional form of poetry.
U.S. rank (2024)#2202 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births66 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 399

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202420012024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

The name comes from Arabic shi'r, 'poetry', and in Malay it specifically names a traditional verse form, the syair. As a given name it ties a child to language, rhythm, and the written word. The Malay spelling, with its 'sy', signals that journey from Arabic into Southeast Asian use.

Pronounced roughly 'shy-air', the name has a soft, lyrical sound that suits its meaning. It sits at a crossroads of Arabic origin and Malay literary culture.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Syair is 'origin uncertain', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 55%
Behind the Name - Syair — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Syair mean?

Syair is usually explained as meaning 'origin uncertain' and is most often linked with Uncertain tradition.

How do you pronounce Syair?

It's commonly said SIHAYR /ˈsɪeɪr/.

Is Syair a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Syair is used as a boy name.

How popular is Syair?

In 2024, Syair ranked #2202 in the U.S. for boys, with 66 births recorded.