Silva Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationSIL-vah / ˈsɪlvə

Latin; Portuguese

Meaning

Latin: 'forest' or 'wood'; Portuguese: 'from the forest'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Silva has roots in Latin, where it means 'forest' or 'wood'. It is commonly used as a surname in Portuguese-speaking countries, often denoting someone who lived near a forested area. The name has been adopted as a given name in various cultures, reflecting a connection to nature. Silva is also associated with various historical and cultural figures in Portuguese history.

Trend Summary

The name Silva has seen moderate popularity in recent years, particularly in Hispanic and Portuguese communities.

Similar Names

SilasSiloSilvioSimeonSullivanSimonSantosSalvadorSergioSalvatore

Variants

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International Variants

  • Silvano (Italian)
  • Silviano (Spanish)

Famous people named Silva

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Fictional characters named Silva

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Sibling Suggestions

SantiagoMateoDiegoJavierLuisAndrésNico

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Silva was first seen in the United States in 2022. Silva has ranked as high as #1388 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Silva has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Silva

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20225
20235