Sylvan Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Sylvan Name at a Glance

Name	Sylvan
Meaning	Of the forest.
Origin	Latin
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Sylvan Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Sylvan means “Of the forest”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Sylvan Name Origin

Our database records Sylvan under Latin origin. Browse more Latin baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Sylvan a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Sylvan is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Sylvan

When considering Sylvan for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.