Silvester

At a Glance

Meaning

Of the woods/forest

Origin

Latin (variant of Sylvester)

Gender

Primarily used for boys

Pronunciation

sil-VES-terListen

Silvester is a Latin name, a variant of Sylvester, and it means "of the woods" or "of the forest." It's pronounced sil-VES-ter. If you like the sound of Sylvester but want a slightly different spelling, this is the version to look at.

Meaning & Origin of Silvester

Meaning: Of the woods/forest.

Origin: Latin (variant of Sylvester).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Silvester

Popularity of Silvester

Silvester peaked at #836 in 1884, the first year of Social Security records, with 7 babies given the name. By 2023 it had fallen to #12032, with just 6 babies, so a child named Silvester today would be very unlikely to share the name with a classmate.

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FAQ

What does the name Silvester mean?

Of the woods/forest. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Silvester?

Silvester is pronounced sil-VES-ter (IPA: /sɪlˈvɛstər/).

Is Silvester a popular name right now?

Silvester peaked at #836 in 1884 and is ranked #12032 as of 2023. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1884–2023.)

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