Silvester
Silvester: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Silvester
- A male given name, variant of Sylvester.
How popular is Silvester?
Since 1880, 1,306 boys in the U.S. have been named Silvester. Its highest rank for boys was #836 in 1884. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Names similar to Silvester
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Sibling name ideas for Silvester
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Silvester FAQ
What does the name Silvester mean?
A male given name, variant of Sylvester.
How popular is the name Silvester?
Since 1880, 1,306 boys in the U.S. have been named Silvester. Its highest rank for boys was #836 in 1884. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Silvester a boy or girl name?
Silvester is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,306 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.