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Sylvanus

sil-VAY-nus

Sylvanus is a boy’s name of Latin origin, meaning “From the Roman god of the woods, Sylvanus, derived from Latin 'silva', meaning 'wood' or 'forest'.”. It currently ranks #10738 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1915.

Letters8
Syllables3
OriginLatin

What Sylvanus Means

From the Roman god of the woods, Sylvanus, derived from Latin 'silva', meaning 'wood' or 'forest'.

The Story of Sylvanus

Before cities rose, there were ancient forests, and the spirit of those woods, a name of primal power, is waiting for your son.

Sylvanus is derived from the Latin 'silva,' meaning wood or forest, and was the name of the Roman god of trees, fields, and boundaries. He was a protector of the wilderness and its inhabitants, a benevolent deity often depicted with rustic attributes. The name traveled through Roman culture as a patron deity and later resurfaced as a surname and eventually a given name, particularly in regions with a strong Latin heritage, evoking a connection to the natural world.

When you imagine your son's future, do you see him grounded, possessing a quiet, knowing strength? Sylvanus is a name that carries the deep, steady pulse of the earth. It's the feeling of ancient trees reaching skyward, a sense of peaceful resilience. This name evokes a wisdom found not in books, but in the rustling leaves and the steadfast earth.

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Numerology

3

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Personality Traits

nature-lovingpeacefulstrongwise

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Peak Year

#15 in 1915

Total Births

465

First Recorded

1880

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