Saiyan
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Shadow of God, Sita's blessing
Origin: Sanskrit/Indian
Popularity: Ranked #5804 in 2025 with 16 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Siya. Shares the meaning 'Shadow of God, Sita's blessing.'
Similar names: saayan, sayaan, sayan, sayana, sayani, siyana, siyanni, sabian
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Saiyan? About 1 in 208,031 babies born in 2025 were named Saiyan, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Saiyan
What does the name Saiyan mean?
Saiyan means “Shadow of God, Sita's blessing” from Sanskrit/Indian roots.
What is the origin of the name Saiyan?
Saiyan has Sanskrit/Indian origin. The traditional meaning is “Shadow of God, Sita's blessing”.
How popular is Saiyan?
Saiyan ranked #5608 in 2025 — given to 16 babies that year.
When was Saiyan most popular?
Saiyan peaked in 2023 with 18 babies registered that year.
Is Saiyan a boy or girl name?
Saiyan is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Saiyans in registered births are male.
Is the name Saiyan rising or falling in popularity?
Saiyan has risen 324 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #5932 in 2020 to #5608 in 2025.
How long has Saiyan been recorded?
Saiyan appears in birth records across 13 years — from 2010 through 2025.