Sylus
Sylus is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Man of the forest or woods.
Origin and history
Sylus is a modern variant spelling of the classic name Silas, which originates from the Latin name Silvanus. It carries the etymological connection to forests or woods. In recent years, it has gained traction in the United States as a contemporary alternative with a fashionable 'y' spelling.
Popularity in the United States
1,244 babies in the United States have been named Sylus since 1880. It ranks #3454 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1599.
States where it is most popular
- TX (30.9 %)
- CA (26.4 %)
- FL (18.6 %)
- OH (4.8 %)
- AZ (3.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 11 |
| 2000-2010 | 231 |
| 2010-2019 | 674 |
| 2020-2029 | 328 |
Fun facts
- Sylus is a contemporary phonetic variation of Silas, reflecting the modern preference for replacing 'i' with 'y'.
- The name has seen an increase in usage in the United States during the 2020s relative to its historical usage.