Holding steady, #7,679 for boys today.
Popularity of Silvan since 1926
Babies named Silvan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 8 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 37 |
| 2020s | 47 |
Meaning & origin
Silvan is a rare masculine name with Latin roots, derived from the Roman god Silvanus. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1926, but its use has remained sporadic. As of 2025, it ranks 7679th, with just 1 in 170,808 American boys receiving the name. Its peak year so far was 2024, indicating very recent slight growth, though the trajectory is currently stable. Silvan has not been recorded in any particular U.S. states with notable frequency. The name carries a natural, rustic appeal and is a less common alternative to the more familiar Sylvan or Sylvain.
Silvan derives from the Latin Silvanus, the Roman god of forests and woodlands, from silva 'forest'. The name appears in Roman mythology and later in early Christian contexts, being borne by several early saints. It has seen occasional use in Germanic and English-speaking countries, though it remains rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sil, Van
Sibling names for Silvan
Names that share Silvan's style, for a brother or sister.
