Sylvain
boy name#12008 in 2025Sylvain entered the US charts in 1957, peaked at #2611 in 1967, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1957–2025
#12008
rank today
#2611
peak (1967)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3993 |
| 1960s | #3527 |
| 1970s | #4352 |
| 1980s | #7072 |
| 1990s | #8861 |
| 2020s | #12077 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Sylvain are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Sylvain alive today was born around 1972, making them about 53 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sylvain in 2025?
- Sylvain ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sylvain most popular?
- Sylvain peaked in 1967, reaching #2611 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Sylvain with classmates?
- Sylvain will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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