Sylvie
Sylvie is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
From the forest; spirit of the wood.
Origin and history
Sylvie is the French form of the Latin name Silvia, which derives from the word for forest or wood. The name has seen a major revival in the United States in recent years, rapidly climbing the baby name charts. It offers a classic French flair that appeals to parents looking for a vintage yet fresh choice.
Popularity in the United States
8,444 babies in the United States have been named Sylvie since 1880. It ranks #1824 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #431.
States where it is most popular
- CA (10.4 %)
- NY (9.4 %)
- MN (5.6 %)
- PA (5 %)
- OH (4.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 22 |
| 1920-1930 | 11 |
| 1930-1940 | 17 |
| 1940-1950 | 17 |
| 1950-1960 | 97 |
| 1960-1970 | 242 |
| 1970-1980 | 145 |
| 1980-1990 | 159 |
| 1990-2000 | 285 |
| 2000-2010 | 883 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,271 |
| 2020-2029 | 4,290 |
Famous people named Sylvie
- Sylvie Vartan: Singer, Actress
- Sylvie Testud: Actress, Director
Nicknames
Syl, Sylv
Fun facts
- Over half of all published U.S. births for Sylvie since 1880 have occurred since 2020.
- It derives from Silvanus, the Roman god of forests and fields.