Silvestre Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Silvestre is a name of Latin origin meaning 'wooded' or 'of the forest.' It evolved from Silvester and has seen usage in various forms across languages. The name is associated with nature, has historical significance from early Christianity, and has a presence in modern culture, particularly in Hispanic contexts.
The name Silvestre is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Silvestre has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Silvestre' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2539th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2159th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2210th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2215th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1851st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2668th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4873rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Silvestre' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Silvestre"
Pronunciation
/sɪlˈvɛstreɪ/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Silvestre is derived from the Latin name 'Silvester,' which means 'of the forest' or 'wooded.' It is associated with the Latin word 'silva,' meaning 'forest' or 'wood.'
Meaning
wooded, of the forest
Language Evolution
Silvester (Latin), Silvestre (Old French), Silvestre (Spanish, Portuguese)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the early Christian church, particularly due to Saint Silvester, a pope in the 4th century. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Silvester, Silvia, Silva
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Silvestre is perceived as a traditional and somewhat unique name, often associated with nature due to its meaning. It is more common in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking regions.
Famous People
Silvestre de Sousa, a Portuguese jockey, Silvestre Varela, a Portuguese footballer, Silvestre Reyes, a Mexican politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Silvestre"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Silvestre"
"Silvestre" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2539th of 7545 | 166 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2159th of 6773 | 218 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2210th of 7552 | 257 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2215th of 10718 | 292 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1851st of 16616 | 620 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2668th of 24088 | 647 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4873rd of 23106 | 237 |
Regional Popularity of "Silvestre" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
47.00% 1112th/2366 |
85.99% 982nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
41.48% 976th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
37.19% 1061st/2853 |
52.76% 1464th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
32.52% 1144th/3518 |
28.86% 1167th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
42.52% 1567th/3685 |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
26.03% 1352nd/5194 |
16.21% 1024th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
61.50% 2818th/4582 |
- |
28.31% 2070th/7313 |
20.21% 1508th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
45.60% 3111th/6822 |
39.82% 2499th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Silvestre" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Silvestre"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Silvestre" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.