Sylvanus

Pronunciation: [ s-IHLV-uhn-ihs ]

Boy Name #12,993 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Sylvanus is a boy name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced s-IHLV-uhn-ihs.

Parents who love the name Sylvanus often also consider Sylvia, Sybilla, Sylvester .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #12,993
Total SSA Count: 7

Alternative Spellings

Sylvan #1905 Sylvester #2106

Nicknames

Syl Syy Sylie Sylvie

Similar Names

Sylvia Sybilla Sylvester Sydney Sybil Sylvania Sydney Sylva

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sylvanus

Is Sylvanus a boy or girl name?

Sylvanus is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Sylvanus?

Sylvanus is pronounced s-IHLV-uhn-ihs.

How popular is the name Sylvanus?

Sylvanus is currently ranked #12993 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Sylvanus?

Common nicknames for Sylvanus include Syl, Syy, Sylie, and Sylvie.

Is Sylvanus a common or rare name?

Sylvanus is an uncommon name, ranked #12993 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Sylvanus

Sylvanus is a boy name .

Sylvanus is currently ranked #12,993 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Sylvanus include Syl, Syy, Sylie, and Sylvie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Sylvanus include Sylvan, Sylvester . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.