Sayee
OccupationalMeaning
A groom, stable keeper, or servant.
Etymology
Derived from Arabic 'sais' (ساس) or Hindi 'sais,' meaning 'groom' or 'stable attendant.' The term was used in colonial India and the Middle East for those who cared for horses.
About the Sayee Surname
An occupational surname indicating a groom or stable keeper, common in colonial India and the Middle East. The name reflects the historical role of horse handlers in these regions.
Distribution
Found in India, Middle Eastern countries, and among diaspora communities.
Notable Bearers
Limited widely documented notable bearers