Sylvester
Sylvester is a name of Latin origin that means 'wooded' or 'wild'. It evokes a sense of nature and vitality, suggesting a person who is adventurous, strong, and connected to the outdoors. People with this name are often seen as charismatic and resilient, embodying a spirit of determination.
Key Stats
| Total births | 43,857 |
| Gender | Male (82% / 18%) |
| Peak year | 1920 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
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Notable People
Sylvester Stallone (Actor, *Rocky* series) · Sylvester the Cat (Animated character from *Looney Tunes*) · Sylvester McCoy (Actor, known for playing the Seventh Doctor in *Doctor Who*) · Sylvester Graham (Dietary reformer, creator of Graham crackers) · Sylvester P. Hunt (American politician)
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