Silver Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationSIL-vur / /ˈsɪlvər/English; Latin
Meaning
English: precious metal; Latin: silvery
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Silver is derived from the English word for the precious metal, which has been valued for its beauty and utility throughout history. In various cultures, silver has symbolized wealth, purity, and clarity. The name has been used as a given name in English-speaking countries, often associated with qualities of brightness and value.
Trend Summary
The name Silver has seen limited use as a given name in the United States, with occasional spikes in interest.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Silver was first seen in the United States in 1896. Silver has ranked as high as #1337 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Silver has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1896 | 10 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 11 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 23 |