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Sylvia
Sylvia is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'from the forest' or 'wooded.' It evokes a sense of nature and tranquility, often associated with elegance and grace. People with this name are often seen as nurturing and creative, embodying a deep connection to the beauty of the natural world.
Key Stats
| Total births | 245,978 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1937 |
| Peak generation | Silent Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | Yes |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 20%MO — 20%IN — 20%VA — 20%CA — 20%
Notable People
Sylvia Plath (Poet, *The Bell Jar*) · Sylvia Browne (Psychic, author) · Sylvia Miles (Actress, *Midnight Cowboy*) · Sylvia Kristel (Actress, *Emmanuelle*) · Sylvia Chase (Journalist, news anchor)
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