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Silas vs Harrison

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

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Silas Rank #81
Harrison Rank #121

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 vs #121 for Harrison.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Silas or Harrison more popular?

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 compared to Harrison at #121 in the United States.

What do Silas and Harrison mean?

Silas means "of the forest" (Latin (Silvanus) origin). Harrison means "son of Harry (Henry)" (English origin).

Are Silas and Harrison boy or girl names?

Silas is primarily a boy name. Harrison is primarily a boy name.

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