Everything about the name SYLVAIN
Meaning, origin, history
The name Silvanus was also associated with the Roman god Silvanus, who was a protector of fields and forests. In ancient Roman religion, Silvanus was believed to reside in woodlands and protect the people from wild animals.
Sylvain became popular as a given name during the Middle Ages in France. It was often used as a surname before it started being used as a first name. Some notable figures with the name Sylvain include French poet Sylvette Soleil and Swiss painter Sylvester Schlegel.
Today, Sylvain remains a popular choice for parents looking for a unique yet classic name for their child. Despite its historic ties to France, the name is not limited to French-speaking countries and can be found throughout the world.
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Popularity of the name SYLVAIN since 1880
Birth evolution
Popularity analysis
The given statistics show the annual number of births with the name Sylvain in the United States from 1957 to 2021. Over this period, there were a total of 87 babies named Sylvain.
The years with the highest number of Sylvain births were 1967 and 1973, each with 10 and 8 births respectively. Interestingly, these peak years occurred during the baby boom era (1946-1964), which was a period of high birth rates following World War II.
The name Sylvain maintained consistent popularity throughout the decades, with at least one birth per year from 1957 to 2021. However, there were also several years where the name was not given to any babies at all, such as between 1968 and 1971, and again between 1973 and 1983.
Overall, while Sylvain may not have been one of the most popular baby names in the United States during this time period, it has maintained a steady presence among newborns for nearly seven decades.