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Silas vs Miller

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
Miller Rank #439

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 vs #439 for Miller.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Silas or Miller more popular?

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 compared to Miller at #439 in the United States.

What do Silas and Miller mean?

Silas means "of the forest" (Latin (Silvanus) origin). Miller means "one who mills grain" (Old English (mylenweard) origin).

Are Silas and Miller boy or girl names?

Silas is primarily a boy name. Miller is primarily a boy name.

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