Cyrus 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

Cyrus Rank #255
Silas Rank #81

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 vs #255 for Cyrus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cyrus or Silas more popular?

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 compared to Cyrus at #255 in the United States.

What do Cyrus and Silas mean?

Cyrus means "sun, throne" (Old Persian origin). Silas means "of the forest" (Latin (Silvanus) origin).

Are Cyrus and Silas boy or girl names?

Cyrus is primarily a boy name. Silas is primarily a boy name.

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