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Logan vs Silas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Logan

Boy #46 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Little hollow; from the little hollow place"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#46
Total SSA Count
6,267
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Logan Rank #46
Silas Rank #81

Logan is more popular, ranked #46 vs #81 for Silas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Logan or Silas more popular?

Logan is more popular, ranked #46 compared to Silas at #81 in the United States.

What do Logan and Silas mean?

Logan means "Little hollow; from the little hollow place" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Silas means "of the forest" (Latin (Silvanus) origin).

Are Logan and Silas boy or girl names?

Logan is primarily a boy name. Silas is primarily a boy name.

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