Silas Meaning
What does Silas mean?
The meaning of Silas is "forest".
It is also of English origin, where its meaning is "from the forest".
Silas is generally used as a boy's name.
It consists of 5 letters and 2 syllables and is pronounced Si-las.
The Given Name Silas
Silas is a great choice for parents looking for a more popular name.
An auspicious name, it is one that will be admired.
A bold name that will enchant parents.
Silas falls into the tree name category.
Some famous bearers of this name include: Silas Marner, and Silas Weir Mitchell.
Silas Popularity
In contrast, the year before it ranked 120 in baby name popularity for boys with 3,319 occurrences. It ranked 8,208 in baby name popularity for girls with 14 occurrences.
Want to see how Silas sizes up? How it compares to some other names? Then check out the Silas Name Popularity Page.
Silas Related Names
Famous Silass
- Silas ~ Biblical Character (Acts 15:22)
- Silas Marner ~ Silas Marner character
- Silas Weir Mitchell ~ Actor
Silas Numerology
It may all be in the numbers.
The numbers that make up your child's name.
Numerology may give you some insight.
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Silas Name Fun
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Be creative with the name Silas. Just for fun, see the name Silas in Hieroglyphics, learn about ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics and write a Hieroglyphic message.
Learn about nautical flags and see your name or message written in nautical flags, on the Silas in Nautical Flags page.