What is the origin of the name Silvanus?

Silvanus is a name of Latin origin.

How popular is the name Silvanus?

Silvanus is currently ranked #13896 in the United States and is rising in popularity.

How do you pronounce Silvanus?

Silvanus is pronounced sil-VAY-nus.

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Silvanus

sil-VAY-nus

Popularity

#13896

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Letters

Syllables

Origin

Latin

Total Births

Peak Year

#9 in 2021

First Recorded

1992

Style

Mythological, Nature-Inspired

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Silvanus is a Latin name meaning 'of the forest' or 'woodland.' It refers to the Roman god of forests and wild nature.

Nickname Watch

Silas Van

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Numerology

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

Silvanus P. Thompson
British physicist and electrical engineer.

Nicknames

Silas Van

Similar Names

Sylvester Forest Arbor Rowan

Personality Traits

Nature-lovingStrongWiseProtective

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