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Sylvan

Boy · Latin · Medium name

Meaning
Of the forest
Pronunciation
SIL-van
Origin
Latin

From Latin 'silva' meaning forest or woodland.

Popularity
Rare in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

VintageNature-inspiredUnique

Languages in use: Latin, English

Commonly used in: United States, United Kingdom

Alternate spellings

  • SilvanGerman / English

    Variant spelling.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, Latin Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-20.

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