Silas vs Calvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Silas

Boy #81 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"of the forest"

Origin: Latin (Silvanus)

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Boy #140 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bald, hairless"

Origin: Latin

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Silas Rank #81

Calvin Rank #140

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 vs #140 for Calvin.

Is Silas or Calvin more popular?

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 compared to Calvin at #140 in the United States.

What do Silas and Calvin mean?

Silas means "of the forest" (Latin (Silvanus) origin). Calvin means "bald, hairless" (Latin origin).

Are Silas and Calvin boy or girl names?

Silas is primarily a boy name. Calvin is primarily a boy name.