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Sylvanus Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Sylvanus

"A male given name from Latin, variant of Silvanus."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 1915 👥 465 in US
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Meaning
A male given name from Latin, variant of Silvanus.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
465
Life Path
Number 7

📖 What Does Sylvanus Mean?

Silvanus or Sylvanus may refer to:Silvanus (name), a given name, including a list of people, biblical figures and fictional characters with the name Silvanus (mythology), a Roman tutelary deity or spirit of woods and fields Sylvanus, Michigan, United States, a village Silvanus (beetle), a genus of beetles

🌐 From Wikipedia Source ↗

Silvanus or Sylvanus may refer to:Silvanus (name), a given name, including a list of people, biblical figures and fictional characters with the name Silvanus (mythology), a Roman tutelary deity or spirit of woods and fields Sylvanus, Michigan, United States, a village Silvanus (beetle), a genus of beetles…

Root Element
Sylvanus
Core Meaning
"A male given name from Latin, variant of Silvanus."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Sylvanus

S 1
Y 7
L 3
V 4
A 1
N 5
U 3
S 1
SUM 7
7
Life Path
Wisdom & Introspection
4
Soul Urge
Stability & Hard Work
3
Personality
Creativity & Expression

Life Path 7 — Wisdom & Introspection: Analytical, spiritual, and truth-seeking.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male100%
♀ Female0%

Based on 465 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 465
Peak year 1915 (15)
First recorded 1880
Last recorded 2024
Gender Predominantly Male
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Sylvanus" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A male given name from Latin, variant of Silvanus.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~465 people named Sylvanus in the US. Peaked in 1915 with 15 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Sylvanus?

The Life Path number for Sylvanus is 7, associated with Wisdom & Introspection. Soul Urge: 4. Personality: 3.

Is Sylvanus a boy or girl name?

Sylvanus is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Sylvanus in the US?

Approximately 465 people in the United States are named Sylvanus. The name peaked in 1915 with 15 recorded uses.

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