Silvia

At a Glance: Name: Silvia – Meaning: feminine form of Silvius, from Latin silva, 'forest' – Origin: Latin – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: SIL-vee-ah

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Silvia is a girl's name with Latin roots, pronounced SIL-vee-ah — it's the feminine form of Silvius, drawn from the Latin word silva, meaning 'forest.' That woodland root gives it a natural, wandering feel, and it carries a vintage, timeless quality that's traveled across cultures rather than staying tied to one place.

Meaning & Origin of Silvia

Meaning: Feminine form of silvius, from latin silva, 'forest'.

Origin: Latin.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Silvia

Phonetic: SIL-vee-ah   IPA: /ˈsɪlviə/

Popularity of Silvia

Silvia peaked in 1974, when 356 baby girls were given the name, landing it at #494 that year. By 2024 it had fallen to #1166, with just 206 girls named Silvia — a name the SSA has tracked all the way back to 1884.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1884–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Silvia mean?

Feminine form of silvius, from latin silva, ‘forest’. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Silvia)

How do you pronounce Silvia?

Silvia is pronounced SIL-vee-ah (IPA: /ˈsɪlviə/).

Is Silvia a popular name right now?

Silvia peaked at #494 in 1974 and is ranked #1166 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1884–2024.)

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