Sylvesta
boy nameSylvesta entered the US charts in 1919, peaked at #3549 in 1936, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1919–2025
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rank today
#3549
peak (1936)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4168 |
| 1920s | #4174 |
| 1930s | #3571 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Sylvesta are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Sylvesta alive today was born around 1928, making them about 97 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sylvesta in 2025?
- Sylvesta is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Sylvesta most popular?
- Sylvesta peaked in 1936, reaching #3549 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Sylvesta with classmates?
- Sylvesta will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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