| Meaning | forest, woods |
| Origin | Greek |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Sylas |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Syl-as |
Sylas is a unique and meaningful name choice for a baby boy. Derived from the Greek name "Silas," it holds a sense of strength and a connection to nature. The name Sylas brings to mind images of a resilient and independent individual, someone who thrives in natural surroundings.
With its ancient roots, Sylas carries a sense of history and tradition. The name's biblical associations, through the figure of Silas in the New Testament, add a spiritual and timeless quality.
Sylas offers parents the opportunity to bestow their child with a name that stands out while still being familiar and accessible. It strikes a balance between uniqueness and classic appeal.
Sylas can be personalized with various nicknames such as Sy, Sly, or Sil, allowing for versatility and adaptability as the child grows. Whether exploring the great outdoors or facing life's challenges head-on, Sylas represents a name that embodies strength, resilience, and a deep-rooted connection to nature.
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| Silas Weir Mitchell | American physician and writer |
| Silas Deane | American diplomat and politician |
| Sylas Nevins | Professional skateboarder |
| Sylas K. Barrett | American politician |
| Silas Baxter-Neal | Professional skateboarder |
| Silas Wamangituka | Congolese professional footballer |
| Sylas Okine | American football player |
| Silas D. Hicks | American photographer |
| Silas McDonnell | Irish rugby union player |
| Sylas Wright | American journalist |
| Silas Weir | American physician and author |
| Sylas Montgomery | American football player |
| Sylas Cooper | Canadian actor |
| Silas Birtwistle | British rower |
| Sylas Mungro | American football player |
| Silas Reynolds | American politician |
| Sylas Young | American professional wrestler |
| Silas Simmons | American baseball player |
| Silas Marner | Protagonist of George Eliot's novel "Silas Marner" |
| Silas Ramsbottom | Character from the animated film "Despicable Me 2" |
| Silas Botwin | Character from the TV series "Weeds" |
| Silas Greene | Character from the TV series "Salem" |
| Silas Volkmire | Character from the video game "Assassin's Creed - Revelations" |
| Silas Lamb | Character from the TV series "Penny Dreadful" |
| Silas P. Silas | Character from the film "The Fifth Element" |
| Silas Greaves | Character from the video game "Call of Juarez - Gunslinger" |
| Silas Adams | Character from the TV series "Deadwood" |
| Silas Nash | Character from the book series "The Field Party" by Abbi Glines |
| Silas Scratch | Character from the book series "Skulduggery Pleasant" by Derek Landy |
| Silas Mercer | Character from the TV series "The Alienist" |
| Silas Blissett | Character from the TV series "Hollyoaks" |
| Silas Barnaby | Character from the film "Babes in Toyland" |
| Silas Stone | Character from the film "Justice League" |
| Silas Vassel | Character from the TV series "The Passage" |
| Silas Bullet | Character from the video game "Killer is Dead" |