Sylvie Girl
Origin(s)
French; Latin
Meaning
French: willow; Latin: from the forest
Historical & Cultural Background
Sylvie is derived from the Latin name 'Silvia', which means 'from the forest'. In French culture, the name has been popularized through literature and art. It has a gentle, nature-inspired connotation, often associated with beauty and grace. The name has seen various levels of popularity in different regions over the years.
Trend Summary
Sylvie has experienced a resurgence in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Sylvia, Sierra, Soleil, Selina, Solea, Syla, Sylaine
Variants
- Silvia
- Sylvia
International Variants
- Silvia (Spanish)
- Silvie (Czech)
- Silvija (Lithuanian)
Famous people named Sylvie
Sylvie Guillem is a renowned French ballet dancer known for her exceptional talent and performances.
Sylvie Vartan is a famous French singer and actress who gained popularity in the 1960s.
Sylvie Meis is a Dutch television personality and model recognized for her work in fashion.
Sylvie C. is a prominent French author known for her contributions to contemporary literature.
Fictional characters named Sylvie
Sylvie is a character in the novel 'The Little Prince' by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, representing innocence and beauty.
Sylvie is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus', known for her adventurous spirit.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sylvie was first seen in the United States in 1909. Sylvie has ranked as high as #635 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, California, Ohio, Texas, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Sylvie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sylvie (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 53 | |
| CA | 50 | |
| OH | 48 | |
| TX | 47 | |
| PA | 44 | |
| MN | 40 | |
| NC | 34 | |
| IL | 33 | |
| WI | 31 | |
| WA | 27 | |
| UT | 26 | |
| FL | 25 | |
| VA | 23 | |
| MO | 22 | |
| MA | 20 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 12 |
| 1956 | 11 |
| 1957 | 12 |
| 1958 | 21 |
| 1959 | 12 |
| 1960 | 18 |
| 1961 | 14 |
| 1962 | 22 |
| 1963 | 19 |
| 1964 | 31 |
| 1965 | 41 |
| 1966 | 17 |
| 1967 | 32 |
| 1968 | 22 |
| 1969 | 27 |
| 1970 | 17 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 17 |
| 1973 | 22 |
| 1974 | 13 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1976 | 22 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 18 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 16 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 17 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 22 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 20 |
| 1992 | 19 |
| 1993 | 22 |
| 1994 | 32 |
| 1995 | 23 |
| 1996 | 31 |
| 1997 | 42 |
| 1998 | 35 |
| 1999 | 45 |
| 2000 | 61 |
| 2001 | 64 |
| 2002 | 55 |
| 2003 | 71 |
| 2004 | 74 |
| 2005 | 86 |
| 2006 | 83 |
| 2007 | 128 |
| 2008 | 127 |
| 2009 | 134 |
| 2010 | 147 |
| 2011 | 159 |
| 2012 | 170 |
| 2013 | 200 |
| 2014 | 228 |
| 2015 | 214 |
| 2016 | 283 |
| 2017 | 263 |
| 2018 | 299 |
| 2019 | 308 |
| 2020 | 352 |
| 2021 | 517 |
| 2022 | 724 |
| 2023 | 726 |
| 2024 | 868 |