How Many People Are Named Sylwia?

Complete statistics for the name Sylwia: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Sylwia
Very Rare
Polish

Sylwia means 'willow' in Polish, symbolizing grace and resilience. Only 117 people named Sylwia live in the US today, making it 1 in 2,819,023 Americans. The name peaked in popularity in 1996 with 15 births.

~117
Living in US
1 in 2,819,023
Americans
1996
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Willow
🌐
Origin
Polish
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 8
Personality Traits
Graceful Resilient Thoughtful
8
Life Path Number

Life-path number 8 represents leadership, authority, and material success.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

197,776
Worldwide Bearers
#5,285
Global Rank
🇵🇱 Poland
188,393
🇬🇧 England
2,634
🇩🇪 Germany
1,376
🇺🇸 United States
1,164
🇸🇪 Sweden
677
🇳🇱 Netherlands
530
🇮🇪 Ireland
493
🇹🇭 Thailand
373
🇳🇴 Norway
262
🇨🇦 Canada
216

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
117 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 31
43
Would be under 30 (36%)
76
Would be 30–60 (64%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 119 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1996

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
58
Classic Feel
23
Modern Appeal
77
International
100

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Sylwia Through the Generations

Sylwia, a name that's been around since the late 20th century, has seen a steady presence in the United States. With only 119 total births recorded since its introduction, it's clear that Sylwia is a rare choice. Interestingly, the majority of those named Sylwia are between 30 and 60 years old, indicating a stable trend among newer generations. This suggests that while the name isn't widely adopted, it's appreciated by parents looking for a unique yet meaningful option.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Illinois 41
New York 7

✨ Similar Names to Sylwia

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Sylwia's Polish roots

📄 About the Name Sylwia

How Many People Have the Name Sylwia?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 117 people in the United States currently share the name Sylwia. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,819,023 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Sylwia a Common or Rare Name?

Sylwia is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Sylwia Mean?

Sylwia means "willow" and comes from Polish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Sylwia in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Sylwia Most Popular?

The name Sylwia reached peak popularity in 1996, with 15 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Sylwia?

Approximately 117 people named Sylwia live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 119. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,819,023 Americans.

Is Sylwia a rare name?

Sylwia is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,819,023 Americans has this name.

What does the name Sylwia mean?

Sylwia means "willow" and comes from Polish origins.

Is Sylwia more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Sylwia are male and 100% are female.

When was Sylwia most popular?

Sylwia peaked in 1996 with 15 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US117
All-Time Births119
1 in X1 in 2,819,023
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age31
Peak Year1996
World Rank#5,285
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.