Sylvester Name Meaning & Origin
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The name Sylvester originates from Latin 'Silvestris', meaning 'wooded' or 'wild'. It became popular in English-speaking countries through Saint Sylvester, a pope of the early Christian church, and has been used as a given name since the Middle Ages.
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American (Caucasian) 40% -
British (Caucasian) 35% -
French (Caucasian) 25%
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Name Details
- First Name: Sylvester
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Sylvester in the US (SSA Data):
Sylvester Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 1
People with this name tend to be: A natural born leader, independent and ambitious.