Silvestre

“wild”

Spain origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5036US 2023

20Births / yr

↑Rising

2.4kAll-time births

📅 Since 191200

How to pronounce Silvestre

see·LVAY·stray

/siː.ˈlveɪ.streɪ/ · stress on LVAY · 3 syllables

“wild”

Spain origin · Boy name

What does Silvestre mean and where does it come from?

The name Silvestre is derived from the Latin name 'Silvester', which means 'wild' or 'of the forest', referencing the woodland nature. It has been used historically as a given name and as a surname. The name has variants in other languages, like 'Sylvestre' in French or 'Silvestro' in Italian. It is

Cultural significance

Silvestre has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spain-speaking communities, where it reflects values of latin.

Peak popularity

Reached #1534 in 1992 — currently #5036 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Silvestre?

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

Silvestre Grace

How popular is Silvestre right now?

Rising fast — up 1386 spots — currently #5036 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#5036 · Top 3.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5036	20	▲ up 1386 · +43% births
2022	#6422	14	▼ down 898 · -18% births
2021	#5524	17	▼ down 1280 · -26% births
2020	#4244	23	▼ down 64 · -4% births
2015	#4180	24	▲ up 195 · +9% births
2010	#4375	22	▼ down 1265 · -33% births
2005	#3110	33	▼ down 848 · -23% births
2000	#2262	43	▼ down 592 · -20% births
1995	#1670	54	▲ up 250 · +35% births
1990	#1920	40	▼ down 143 · +18% births
1985	#1777	34	▲ up 399 · +42% births
1980	#2176	24	▼ down 269 · -4% births
1975	#1907	25	▲ up 1240 · +150% births
1970	#3147	10	▼ down 825 · -23% births
1965	#2322	13	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Silvestre

Best Year1995Rank #1670

Peak Count54

Average Rank#2904

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202325 years

The story of Silvestre

Silvestre entered American naming records in 1912 and has been in use for over 112 years. With 2,367 total births recorded, Silvestre remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2561 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #5036 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Silvestre in 1992:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua Andrew

Silvestre by decade

Silvestre peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	54
1920s	150
1930s	119
1940s	110
1950s	140
1960s	140
1970s	195
1980s	279
1990s ★	506
2000s	433
2010s	218
2020s	23

💎With 2,367 total births, Silvestre is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Silvestre?

DANISH

Vester

ENGLISH

Sly

ITALIAN

Silvestra

SLOVENE

Silvestra

What names sound and feel like Silvestre?

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

Silbestre

Spain · of the forest

Silvestro

Italian · from the forest

Silvester

Latin · Latin

Sylvestre

France · Wild, woodsy, or

Sinncere

American · English

Vincente

Spain · Vincente - 'conquering'

Sirlegend

American · A distinguished leader

Santiago

Spain · Saint James, refers

How is Silvestre written in other languages?

What are the girl versions of Silvestre?

Silvestra ITALIAN Silvestra SLOVENE Fester DUTCH

Common questions about the name Silvestre

What does the name Silvestre mean?

Silvestre means "Latin" — a name rooted in Spain 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 Silvestre?

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

What is the cultural origin of Silvestre?

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

How do you pronounce the name Silvestre?

Silvestre is a three-syllable name pronounced S IY0 L V EY1 S T R EY0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Silvestre?

Silvestre pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Spain heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.