Edward vs Silas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edward

Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #81 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"of the forest"

Origin: Latin (Silvanus)

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Edward Rank #228

Silas Rank #81

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 vs #228 for Edward.

Is Edward or Silas more popular?

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 compared to Edward at #228 in the United States.

What do Edward and Silas mean?

Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin). Silas means "of the forest" (Latin (Silvanus) origin).

Are Edward and Silas boy or girl names?

Edward is primarily a boy name. Silas is primarily a boy name.