Ayden vs Silas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Silas

Boy #81 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"of the forest"

Origin: Latin (Silvanus)

Cultural Roots

English American Biblical

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#81
Total SSA Count
4,108
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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Popularity Comparison

Ayden Rank #213
Silas Rank #81

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 vs #213 for Ayden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ayden or Silas more popular?

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 compared to Ayden at #213 in the United States.

What do Ayden and Silas mean?

Ayden means "little fire" (Old Irish (Aodhán) origin). Silas means "of the forest" (Latin (Silvanus) origin).

Are Ayden and Silas boy or girl names?

Ayden is primarily a boy name. Silas is primarily a boy name.

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