Cohen 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

Cohen Rank #239
Silas Rank #81

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 vs #239 for Cohen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cohen or Silas more popular?

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 compared to Cohen at #239 in the United States.

What do Cohen and Silas mean?

Cohen means "priest" (Hebrew origin). Silas means "of the forest" (Latin (Silvanus) origin).

Are Cohen and Silas boy or girl names?

Cohen is primarily a boy name. Silas is primarily a boy name.

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