The name Sylvan is a boy's name meaning "wood, forest". Sylvan and is often added to lists like Tree Baby Names and discussed in our forums with posts like "Quick Question Thread?!".
From the experts:
One of the many variations of Silvanus, the name of the Roman forest god, and a little-used member of the freshly stylish Sylv- family of names. Silvan is the sleek German and Dutch form.
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TechnoKitten Says:
TechnoKitten Says:
Me too
SilverSky109 Says:
I love Sylvan! I think it's very charming. It makes me think of a silver-tinged forest. Truly one of the better name meanings out there for a boy, and such an intriguing, natural sound.
ARead Says:
I think so, too. Don't really like Silvio much...
babymagic Says:
I wanted to use this name for my daughter. Still think it would make a great girl name (with Sylvie as nickname), since I'm not a huge fan of Sylvia.
Guest Says:
I agree! Sylvan/Silvan is so interesting and charming!
AnonymousPerson Says:
Silvio has more charm? I prefer Sylvan.
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