Silas: name meaning and origin

Silas

of the forest

Latin · Boy · 2 syllables

Silas is a Latin name meaning "of the forest". It has 2 syllables, stressed on Si, and is traditionally a boy's name.

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Sibling names for Silas

  • Silas & Ava Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Silas & June Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Silas & Juniper Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Silas & Oliver Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Silas & Rosemary Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Silas & Violet Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Silas & Adam Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Silas & Chloe Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.

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Questions about Silas

What does the name Silas mean?

Silas is a Latin name meaning "of the forest".

How many syllables are in Silas?

Silas has 2 syllables (Si-las), with the stress usually on "Si".

Is Silas a boy's or girl's name?

Silas is traditionally a boy's name.