Silas vs Oscar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Oscar

Boy #217 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God's spear"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Irish Scandinavian Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#217
Total SSA Count
1,656
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Silas Rank #81
Oscar Rank #217

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 vs #217 for Oscar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Silas or Oscar more popular?

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 compared to Oscar at #217 in the United States.

What do Silas and Oscar mean?

Silas means "of the forest" (Latin (Silvanus) origin). Oscar means "God's spear" (Old English origin).

Are Silas and Oscar boy or girl names?

Silas is primarily a boy name. Oscar is primarily a boy name.

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