Sylvan
Sylvan: name meaning, origin and popularity
How popular is Sylvan?
Since 1880, 129 girls and 3,684 boys in the U.S. have been named Sylvan (3% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #7558 in 2024. Its highest rank for boys was #555 in 1912. In 2025, 111 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sylvan FAQ
How popular is the name Sylvan?
Since 1880, 129 girls and 3,684 boys in the U.S. have been named Sylvan (3% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #7558 in 2024. Its highest rank for boys was #555 in 1912. In 2025, 111 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Sylvan a boy or girl name?
Sylvan is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 129 girls and 3,684 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year).