Sylvia

Girl's name

Sylvia is derived from the Latin word "silva," meaning "forest" or "woods."

Meaning Of the forest
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 863
Peak year 1937

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Sylvia Plath - Poet and novelist known for "The Bell Jar."
  • Sylvia Rivera - LGBTQ+ activist and Stonewall veteran.
  • Sylvia Earle - Marine biologist and oceanographer.
  • Sylvia Kristel - Actress known for "Emmanuelle" film series.
  • Sylvia Chang - Taiwanese actress, writer, and director.
  • Sylvia Pankhurst - British suffragette and political activist.
  • Sylvia Sidney - Actress known for classic Hollywood films.
  • Sylvia Llewelyn Davies - Inspiration for Peter Pan character.
  • Sylvia Anderson - Co-creator of "Thunderbirds" TV series.

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