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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Asked for
- Origin
- Aramaic
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- SY-lus
Silas is a classic boy's name of Aramaic origin, meaning "asked for." It's pronounced SY-lus, and it has an outdoorsy, nature-inspired feel while still reading as timeless. If you want a name that sounds familiar and traditional without being heavy, Silas fits.
Meaning & Origin of Silas
Meaning: Asked for.
Origin: Aramaic.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Silas
SY-lusIPA /ˈsaɪləs/
Popularity of Silas
Silas ranked #81 in the U.S. in 2024, with 4,108 babies given the name. That's just above its 2023 rank of #81 with 4,097 babies, so it is sitting right at the highest point in the Social Security records, which go back to 1880.
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FAQ
What does the name Silas mean?
Asked for. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Silas?
Silas is pronounced SY-lus (IPA: /ˈsaɪləs/).
Is Silas a popular name right now?
Silas is near its all-time peak (#81 in 2023), ranked #81 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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