US Popularity:3888
Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):Roman
Meaning:Of the forest
Sylvan is a masculine name of Latin origin meaning “of the forest.” This woodland name is related to the name Silvanus shared with the Roman god of forests. Silvanus, the guardian of the woods, was known for being wild and carefree in nature, traits which will be sure to encourage baby Sylvan to forge an exciting path of their own.

Sylvan Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Sylvan is currently #3042 on The Bump
Boy:Sylvan is currently #968 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Sylvan is currently #3888 in U.S. births
Boy:Sylvan is currently #1186 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#3888
in 2022
+ 506
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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