Silvio
Silvio is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Of the forest, woodsman.
Origin and history
Silvio is a masculine given name of Latin origin, derived from the word 'silva', meaning forest or woods. While classically used in Italian and Spanish-speaking cultures, it has been used steadily but modestly in the United States over the past century. It carries a classical, literary feel thanks to its ancient roots.
Popularity in the United States
3,000 babies in the United States have been named Silvio since 1880. It ranks #2358 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1740.
States where it is most popular
- NY (45.5 %)
- PA (17.1 %)
- CA (10.4 %)
- NJ (8.9 %)
- MA (7.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 24 |
| 1910-1920 | 457 |
| 1920-1930 | 641 |
| 1930-1940 | 265 |
| 1940-1950 | 167 |
| 1950-1960 | 162 |
| 1960-1970 | 178 |
| 1970-1980 | 133 |
| 1980-1990 | 173 |
| 1990-2000 | 164 |
| 2000-2010 | 233 |
| 2010-2019 | 216 |
| 2020-2029 | 187 |
Famous people named Silvio
- Silvio Berlusconi: Prime Minister, Business Magnate
- Silvio Rodriguez: Singer-Songwriter, Musician
Fun facts
- In Roman mythology, Silvius was the son of Aeneas and Lavinia, born in the woods after Aeneas died.
- The name Silvio appears in pastoral literature, notably as a character in Torquato Tasso's 16th-century play Aminta.