Alan vs Silas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alan

Boy #167 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome"

Origin: Celtic

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Boy #81 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"of the forest"

Origin: Latin (Silvanus)

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Alan Rank #167

Silas Rank #81

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 vs #167 for Alan.

Is Alan or Silas more popular?

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 compared to Alan at #167 in the United States.

What do Alan and Silas mean?

Alan means "handsome" (Celtic origin). Silas means "of the forest" (Latin (Silvanus) origin).

Are Alan and Silas boy or girl names?

Alan is primarily a boy name. Silas is primarily a boy name.