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Sylvia vs Zavia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sylvia

Girl #361 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"wood, forest"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#361
Total SSA Count
863
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Sylvia Rank #361
Zavia Rank #6,031

Sylvia is more popular, ranked #361 vs #6031 for Zavia.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sylvia or Zavia more popular?

Sylvia is more popular, ranked #361 compared to Zavia at #6031 in the United States.

What do Sylvia and Zavia mean?

Sylvia means "wood, forest" (Latin origin). Zavia means "new house, bright" (Basque Etxaberri origin).

Are Sylvia and Zavia boy or girl names?

Sylvia is primarily a girl name. Zavia is primarily a girl name.

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