Slyvester
boy nameSlyvester entered the US charts in 1927, peaked at #2821 in 1959, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1927–2025
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rank today
#2821
peak (1959)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3729 |
| 1930s | #3518 |
| 1940s | #3235 |
| 1950s | #3437 |
| 1960s | #3418 |
| 1970s | #4545 |
| 1980s | #6250 |
| 1990s | #8834 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Slyvester are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Slyvester alive today was born around 1964, making them about 61 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Slyvester in 2025?
- Slyvester is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Slyvester most popular?
- Slyvester peaked in 1959, reaching #2821 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Slyvester with classmates?
- Slyvester will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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