Sylvio Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Sylvio originates from the Latin 'Silvius', meaning 'of the forest'. Its evolution includes forms like Silvius in medieval Latin and the modern Sylvio in Italian and Spanish. The name is associated with traits of nature and elegance, and it gained popularity during the Renaissance. There is no biblical relevance to this name.
The name Sylvio is most popular in Maine, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast 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, Sylvio has been stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Sylvio' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1786th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2903rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5151st out of 7552 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21740th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Sylvio' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sylvio"
Pronunciation
/ˈsɪl.vi.oʊ/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Sylvio is derived from the Latin name 'Silvius', which is related to the word 'silva', meaning 'forest' or 'woodland'. This suggests a connection to nature and the outdoors.
Meaning
of the forest
Language Evolution
Silvius (Latin), Sylvius (medieval Latin), Sylvio (Italian and Spanish)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Renaissance period, particularly in Italy, as a revival of classical Roman names.
Variants & Derivatives
Silvio, Silvius, Sylvian
Modern Popularity & Image
Sylvio is perceived as a sophisticated and somewhat uncommon name, often associated with artistic or intellectual individuals.
Famous People
Sylvio Berlusconi, Italian politician and media tycoon, Sylvio Giardini, Italian painter
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sylvio"
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 "Sylvio"
"Sylvio" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1786th of 7545 | 297 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2903rd of 6773 | 125 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5151st of 7552 | 30 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 21740th of 23106 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Sylvio" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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52.14% 719th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
64.20% 999th/1556 |
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| 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) |
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Regional Popularity of "Sylvio" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sylvio"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sylvio" 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.