Silvestre
Silvestre is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Of the forest, living in the woods, or wild.
Origin and history
Silvestre is a classic Latin name derived from the word 'silvestris', meaning 'of the forest' or 'wooded'. It is the Romance language variant of Sylvester, widely used in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking cultures. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice with consistent historical usage.
Popularity in the United States
2,457 babies in the United States have been named Silvestre since 1880. It ranks #2614 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1816.
States where it is most popular
- TX (57.2 %)
- CA (39.2 %)
- IL (3 %)
- FL (0.32 %)
- NY (0.32 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 54 |
| 1920-1930 | 150 |
| 1930-1940 | 119 |
| 1940-1950 | 110 |
| 1950-1960 | 141 |
| 1960-1970 | 140 |
| 1970-1980 | 195 |
| 1980-1990 | 279 |
| 1990-2000 | 506 |
| 2000-2010 | 433 |
| 2010-2019 | 219 |
| 2020-2029 | 111 |
Famous people named Silvestre
- Silvestre Revueltas: Composer, Musician
- Silvestre Varela: Athlete
Fun facts
- The name comes directly from the Latin adjective 'silvestris', which was used to describe wild flora and fauna.
- In several European countries, New Year's Eve is referred to as 'Silvester' because it coincides with the feast day of Saint Sylvester.