Silvia
Silvia: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsɪlvi.ə/
Meaning and origin of Silvia
Root meaning: “forest”
- A female given name from Latin.
Etymology
Feminine form of Silvius, from Latin silva (“forest”). In myths, Rhea Silvia was the mother of famous twins Romulus and Remus, the founders of Rome. 6th-century saint Silvia was the mother of the pope Gregory the Great.
How popular is Silvia?
Since 1880, 21,272 girls and 51 boys in the U.S. have been named Silvia (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #494 in 1974. Its highest rank for boys was #3572 in 1985. In 2025, 182 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Silvia FAQ
What does the name Silvia mean?
Silvia traces back to a root meaning "forest". A female given name from Latin. Feminine form of Silvius, from Latin silva (“forest”). In myths, Rhea Silvia was the mother of famous twins Romulus and Remus, the founders of Rome. 6th-century saint Silvia was the mother of the pope Gregory the Great.
What is the origin of the name Silvia?
Silvia is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Silvia?
Since 1880, 21,272 girls and 51 boys in the U.S. have been named Silvia (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #494 in 1974. Its highest rank for boys was #3572 in 1985. In 2025, 182 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Silvia a boy or girl name?
Silvia is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 21,272 girls and 51 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.