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Sylvia

Sylvia is a girl name of English origin.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginEnglish
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#432

How popular is Sylvia?

Popularity in the United States

Sylvia has been given to 241,906 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1950s. Its use has declined since that peak.

About 1 in 2,768 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Sylvia per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Sylvia has been given to 21,508 babies in France since 1900, peaking in the 1970s. Its use has declined since that peak.

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Babies named Sylvia per year in France, 1900–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 1,327 people called Sylvia living in Spain, with an average age of 49.8.

241,906 Babies named since 1880
1950s Peak decade
Falling Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Sylvia

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

Sylvia is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Sylvia?

Sylvia has been given to 241,906 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1950s. Its use has declined since that peak.