Kingston 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

Kingston Rank #178
Silas Rank #81

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 vs #178 for Kingston.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kingston or Silas more popular?

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 compared to Kingston at #178 in the United States.

What do Kingston and Silas mean?

Kingston means "king's town" (Old English origin). Silas means "of the forest" (Latin (Silvanus) origin).

Are Kingston and Silas boy or girl names?

Kingston is primarily a boy name. Silas is primarily a boy name.

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