Enoch vs Silas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Enoch

Boy #719 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dedicated, initiated"

Origin: Hebrew Chanokh

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Boy #81 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"of the forest"

Origin: Latin (Silvanus)

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Enoch Rank #719

Silas Rank #81

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 vs #719 for Enoch.

Is Enoch or Silas more popular?

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 compared to Enoch at #719 in the United States.

What do Enoch and Silas mean?

Enoch means "dedicated, initiated" (Hebrew Chanokh origin). Silas means "of the forest" (Latin (Silvanus) origin).

Are Enoch and Silas boy or girl names?

Enoch is primarily a boy name. Silas is primarily a boy name.