Sayed

Sayed (also spelled Sayyid, Syed, or Seyed) is a masculine name of Arabic origin that functions as both a name and an honorific title. It traditionally means 'master' or 'lord' and historically designated descendants of the Prophet Muhammad through his grandsons Hassan and Hussein. The name carries significant prestige in Muslim communities across the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia. As a personal name, Sayed conveys respect, noble lineage, and religious heritage. Its usage extends throughout the Islamic world with various regional pronunciations and spellings. In Western countries, the name has become more familiar as Muslim communities have established themselves, though its religious and historical significance may not be widely recognized outside these communities.

Pronounced sah-YED.

As of October 2026, Sayed ranked #4367 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2990 in 2022.