Sid
Meaning of Sid
The name Sid is a classic and straightforward male name, pronounced as "sid" (/sɪd/). It is often used as a diminutive form of the longer name Sidney. The name has English origins and carries a timeless charm that makes it appealing across generations. While not exceedingly common, Sid has maintained a steady presence in the United States over the years, with its popularity peaking in the mid-20th century. In recent years, it has seen modest usage, making it a unique choice for modern parents looking for a simple yet distinguished name for their baby boy. Sid can also evoke cultural associations such as the famous character Sid from the animated film series "Ice Age," adding a playful and endearing touch to its appeal.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as sid (/sɪd/)
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Notable People Named Sid
| Simon John Ritchie, also known as Sid Vicious, was a prominent English musician and the bassist for the punk rock band Sex Pistols. |
| Sid Miller - Sidney Carroll Miller is an American politician from Stephenville, Texas, serving as the Texas Agriculture Commissioner since January 2015 and affiliated with the Republican party. |
| Sid Watkins - Eric Sidney Watkins, also known as Professor Sid, was an English neurosurgeon and a prominent figure in the Formula One community. |
| Sid Meier - Sidney K. Meier is a Canadian-born Swiss-American businessman and computer programmer known for creating the Civilization series and co-founding MicroProse and Firaxis Games. |
| Sid Hartman - Sidney Hartman was a prominent American sports journalist known for his work with the Minneapolis Star Tribune and WCCO 830 AM radio station, as well as his long tenure as a panelist on the Sports Show with Mike Max. |
| Sid Gillman - Sidney Gillman was an influential American football player, coach, and executive known for revolutionizing the game with his emphasis on deep downfield passes, and he was inducted into both the Pro Football Hall of Fame and the College Football Hall of Fame. |
| Sid Fleischman - Albert Sidney Fleischman was an American author known for his award-winning children's books and his contributions to the world of literature. |
| Sid Abel - Sidney Gerald Abel was a Canadian Hall of Fame hockey player, coach, and general manager in the National Hockey League, known for his success with the Detroit Red Wings and as a member of three Stanley Cup-winning teams, and was named one of the '100 Greatest NHL Players' in history. |
| Sid Owen is an English actor, television presenter, and former singer known for his role as Ricky Butcher in EastEnders and appearances on Strictly Come Dancing and How Clean is Your House. |
| Sid Ahmed Rezala was an Algerian-born French serial killer, known as "The Killer of the Trains", who confessed to killing at least three women in 1999 before taking his own life in prison. |
| Sid Sriram - Sidharth Sriram is an Indian-American musician, music producer, playback singer, and songwriter known for his work in the Indian music industry. |
| Sid Ganis - Sidney (Sid) Ganis is an American motion picture executive and producer known for producing films like Big Daddy, Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo, Mr. Deeds, The Master of Disguise, Akeelah and the Bee, Bang: The Bert Berns Story, and Olympia. |
| Sid Emery - Sidney Hand Emery was an Australian cricketer who played in four Tests in 1912 and represented New South Wales in first-class cricket from 1908 to 1912. |
| Sid Watson - Sidney John Watson was a versatile athlete who played in the NFL and later became a successful college ice hockey coach. |
| Sid Pegler - Sidney James Pegler was a South African cricketer known for his emergence after the decline of googly bowlers Vogler and Schwarz in the early 1910s. |
