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Silence

Pronunciation: [ s-EYEL-uhns ]

Girl Name #12,373 Most Popular Hidden Gem 7 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Silence is a girl name, recorded for 9 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced s-EYEL-uhns.

Parents who love the name Silence often also consider Daniel, Annexie, .

Popularity Over Time

#12,373
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#12,373
Total SSA Count
9

Nicknames

Sil Siy Silie Sileie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Silence

Is Silence a boy or girl name?
Silence is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Silence?
Silence is pronounced s-EYEL-uhns.
How popular is the name Silence?
Silence is currently ranked #12373 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Silence?
Common nicknames for Silence include Sil, Siy, Silie, and Sileie.
Is Silence a common or rare name?
Silence is an uncommon name, ranked #12373 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Silence

Silence is a girl name .

Silence is currently ranked #12,373 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Silence include Sil, Siy, Silie, and Sileie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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