Names Starting With S
BoyLatin#50 in 2025
Silas
Silas is a boys' name of Latin origin meaning “Wood, forest.” It ranked #50 in the United States in 2025.
Pronunciation
SY-luhs
Meaning & Origin
The name Silas means “Wood, forest.” It comes from the Latin language tradition.
A biblical companion of Paul. Justin Timberlake naming his son Silas boosted its popularity. Has a rustic, literary quality.
Popularity Over Time
#722021
#652022
#602023
#542024
#502025
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #50 |
| 2024 | #54 |
| 2023 | #60 |
| 2022 | #65 |
| 2021 | #72 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
Famous People Named Silas
- Silas Marner (George Eliot)
- Silas Timberlake
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