Jordan vs Silas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jordan

Boy #104 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to flow down, descend"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #81 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"of the forest"

Origin: Latin (Silvanus)

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Jordan Rank #104

Silas Rank #81

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 vs #104 for Jordan.

Is Jordan or Silas more popular?

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 compared to Jordan at #104 in the United States.

What do Jordan and Silas mean?

Jordan means "to flow down, descend" (Hebrew origin). Silas means "of the forest" (Latin (Silvanus) origin).

Are Jordan and Silas boy or girl names?

Jordan is primarily a boy name. Silas is primarily a boy name.