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Silas

"Wood, forest, of the forest"

Ranked #76 for boys

About the Name Silas

Meaning

Wood, forest, of the forest

Origin

Latin

Gender

Boy

First Letter

S

Boy Rank

#76

Silas is a boy name of Latin origin. The name means "Wood, forest, of the forest" and is currently ranked #76 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with S or explore other Latin names.

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Popularity Over Time

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1980
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1990
#320
2000
#75
2010
#76
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Silas

  • SM Silas Marner

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Seth

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Quick Facts

Syllables
2
Letters
5
Starts with
S
Origin
Latin

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