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Marlowe vs Cylas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cylas

Boy #2,759 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"of the forest, woodland dweller"

Origin: Latin (Silvanus)

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,759
Total SSA Count
47
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Marlowe Rank #2,781
Cylas Rank #2,759

Cylas is more popular, ranked #2759 vs #2781 for Marlowe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marlowe or Cylas more popular?

Cylas is more popular, ranked #2759 compared to Marlowe at #2781 in the United States.

What do Marlowe and Cylas mean?

Marlowe means "remnants of a lake, driftwood" (Old English origin). Cylas means "of the forest, woodland dweller" (Latin (Silvanus) origin).

Are Marlowe and Cylas boy or girl names?

Marlowe is primarily a boy name. Cylas is primarily a boy name.

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