Silvia
boy nameSilvia entered the US charts in 1966, peaked at #3401 in 1985, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1966–2025
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rank today
#3401
peak (1985)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3948 |
| 1970s | #6056 |
| 1980s | #5750 |
| 1990s | #7770 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Silvia are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Silvia alive today was born around 1985, making them about 40 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Silvia in 2025?
- Silvia is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Silvia most popular?
- Silvia peaked in 1985, reaching #3401 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Silvia with classmates?
- Silvia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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