Syed is an Arabic masculine given name, derived from the word 'sayyid', which means 'lord' or 'master'. It is often used as a title of respect and honor for those who trace their lineage back to the Islamic prophet Muhammad through his daughter Fatima and her husband Ali. In many Muslim communities around the world, Syed is not just a name but also signifies a person's noble ancestry.
"Syed saw an increase in its popularity as a baby boy's name between 1994 and 2004, with five times the number of births occurring in the latter year compared to the former."