Silas

Meaning of Silas

From the forest; woods

Silas has Latin roots — browse every Latin baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Silas

Silas is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #71 in 2025 from #602 in 2000.

Notable people named Silas

• Silas Weir Mitchell
  American actor
• Silas Marner
  Fictional character by George Eliot
• Silas House
  American novelist
• Silas Deane
  American diplomat and politician
• Silas Katompa Mvumpa
  Congolese footballer

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Questions about the name Silas

What does the name Silas mean?

Silas means from the forest; woods, and it comes from Latin origins.

Is Silas a boy's or a girl's name?

Silas is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Silas?

In 2025, Silas ranked #71 for boys, up from #81 the year before.

When was Silas most popular?

Silas peaked at #71 in 2025.