Cylas

“one who is a follower”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#2587US 2023

51Births / yr

↑Rising

776All-time births

📅 Since 199600

What does Cylas mean and where does it come from?

Cylas is a relatively modern name with roots in the English-speaking world. It is believed to be derived from the name Silas, which has biblical origins and means 'wood' or ‘forest’. The first recorded use of Cylas can be traced back to the late 20th century. The name has gained some popularity in t

Cultural significance

Cylas has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of one who is a follower.

Peak popularity

Reached #1902 in 2015 — currently #2587 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Cylas?

Cylas works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Cylas Grace

How popular is Cylas right now?

Rising fast — up 248 spots — currently #2587 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#2587 · Top 1.9%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#2587	51	▲ up 248 · +13% births
2022	#2835	45	▼ down 135 · -4% births
2021	#2700	47	▼ down 288 · -13% births
2020	#2412	54	▼ down 510 · -30% births
2015	#1902	77	▲ up 1464 · +133% births
2010	#3366	33	▲ up 1430 · +83% births
2005	#4796	18	▲ up 1980 · +80% births
2000	#6776	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Cylas

Best Year2015Rank #1902

Peak Count77

Average Rank#3422

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20238 years

The story of Cylas

Cylas is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1996. With 776 total births recorded, Cylas remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #6776 in 2000 to #2587 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Cylas in 2015:

Noah Liam Mason Jacob William

Cylas by decade

Cylas peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	5
2000s	145
2010s ★	572
2020s	54

💎Cylas has only 776 total recorded births since 1996 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Cylas?

Common

CylCylasieCylasy

What names sound and feel like Cylas?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Cylas also consider these

Cylar

American · Sky or heavens

Cylan

American · A derivative of

Cylus

American · Derived from 'Silas',

Sylas

English · A beloved name

Rylas

English · A meaningful name

American · derived from an

Common questions about the name Cylas

What does the name Cylas mean?

Cylas means "one who is a follower" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Cylas?

Cylas is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Cylas have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Cylas?

Cylas originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Cylas trending right now?

Cylas is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Cylas a common or rare name?

Cylas is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.