Female and male names starting with the letter "S" .
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SYLVANA
FeminineLatin-derived female name meaning "of the forest.
SYLVANAS
FeminineCaptivating Latin-derived name meaning 'of the forest'.
SYLVANIA
FeminineRare Latin-derived female given name that means 'forest'.
SYLVANNA
FeminineDistinctive feminine name of Latin origin, derived from "silva," meaning "forest" or "woods." It signifies nature, growth, and fertility, and is connected to the Roman goddess Silva, protector of forests.
SYLVANNAH
FeminineCaptivating Latin-origin name meaning 'forest', with roots in medieval France, signifying nature's lush greenery.
SYLVANUS
MasculineLatin name meaning "of the forest," derived from the Latin word "silva." It was associated with the Roman god Silvanus, protector of forests and shepherds.
SYLVEE
FeminineLatin-derived unisex name meaning 'forest' or 'woods', symbolizing nature and growth.
SYLVENE
FeminineNorwegian origin, meaning "from the willow wood", and was used in Norway since at least the 19th century.
SYLVER
MasculineRare Latin-derived name meaning "silvery", evolved from Argentum, and popularized in the Netherlands during the 17th century.
SYLVER
FeminineDistinctive Latin-derived given name that means 'forest', associated with nature, growth, and beauty, and was used in ancient Rome as a family name or personal name for those connected to forests.
SYLVESTA
FeminineLatin-derived feminine name meaning 'of the forest' or 'wild', associated with nature and freedom, and has historical roots tracing back to ancient Roman god Sylvanus.
SYLVESTA
MasculineRare, feminine Latin-derived given name meaning "of the forest" or "wild," with historical ties to medieval times and Roman mythology's goddess of woods, Sylvestris.
SYLVESTER
MasculineLatin-origin name derived from 'silvestris', meaning 'of the woods'. Its meaning can vary but often signifies wildness or resilience.
SYLVESTER
FeminineMasculine given name of Latin origin, derived from "silvestris," meaning "of the forest." It has been associated with notable figures like Saint Sylvester I and Sylvester II, and appears in literature by authors such as Sir Walter Scott and Thomas Hardy.
SYLVESTRE
MasculineLatin-derived name meaning "from the forest," first used in France centuries ago and popular today in French-speaking countries. It may reference St. Sylvester I or medieval forest-dwellers. Notable bearers include Sylvestre II, a 10th-century monk and mathematician. Despite no specific personality traits being associated with it, its Latin origins might evoke strength, resilience, and adaptability.
SYLVETTE
FeminineCharming French feminine given name with origins tracing back to the Latin word 'silva', meaning 'forest'.
SYLVI
FeminineScandinavian name derived from Old Norse "Sylfr," meaning "light" or "shining.
SYLVIA
FeminineThe name Sylvia has Latin roots, derived from "silva" meaning "forest", and is associated with the Roman goddess Silvia, mother of Romulus and Remus.
SYLVIA
MasculineLatin-derived name meaning 'forest', first used poetically for woodland nymphs, associated with legendary Queen Sylvia of Sicily, and popularized among medieval European nobility.
SYLVIAN
MasculineLatin-derived name originally meaning 'of the woods' or 'forest dweller', signifying its ancient Roman origins connected to Silvanus, the god of forests.
SYLVIANA
FeminineHadley is an uncommon English name derived from the Old English word 'hað', meaning heather. Historically used as a male given name and surname in England, Hadley has recently gained popularity as a unisex given name in the United States, appearing on U.S. Baby Names lists for girls in 2006 and for boys in 2012.
SYLVIANNA
FeminineUnique Latin-derived feminine name, signifying connection to nature; it first emerged during the Middle Ages in Europe and gained prominence particularly in French-speaking regions.
SYLVIE
FeminineFrench feminine given name derived from Latin "Silvia," meaning "forest" or "wood," associated with the Roman goddess of forests and woodlands, Silvanus.
SYLVIN
MasculineDistinct French origin given name derived from the Latin word 'silva', meaning 'forest'. It signifies growth and vitality, often associated with strength and resilience linked to nature.
SYLVINA
FeminineUnique Latin-derived name meaning 'forest', evoking images of nature and tranquility.
SYLVIO
MasculineDistinct Italian name derived from the Latin 'silva', meaning 'forest'. It evokes images of wilderness and untamed nature, with roots tracing back to medieval Italy and appearances in Giovanni Boccaccio's classic work, 'The Decameron'. Today, it remains a rare yet elegant choice for parents seeking a unique, historically rich name.
SYLVONIA
FeminineRare yet elegant given name of Latin origin, signifying connection to forests.
SYLWIA
FemininePolish female name derived from 'światło', meaning 'light'.
SYLYS
MasculineGreek name meaning "wild" or "fierce," originally used as an epithet for the god Apollo in ancient Greece.
SYMA
FeminineDistinctive female name of Hebrew origin, derived from "shama," meaning "to hear." In the Bible, it's one of Eve's names, symbolizing listening and obedience.
SYMANTHA
FeminineRare yet captivating Greek name that metaphorically signifies strength and power despite its literal meaning of "flat-nosed.
SYMANTHIA
FeminineSymphonia is a distinctive Greek name meaning 'harmony', popularized by Plato's metaphor in 'Timaeus'.
SYMARA
FeminineThe unique Arabic name Symara, derived from 'samar' meaning 'high', signifies nobility and elegance.
SYMARAH
FeminineArabic name meaning 'morning poisonous plant' or 'dawn thorn', symbolizing resilience and beauty in harsh conditions.
SYMARI
FeminineThe Hebrew-origin name Symari, meaning 'like music' or 'song-like', is a beautiful and distinctive choice, gaining popularity among parents seeking unique names.
SYMARIA
FeminineIntriguing name of African American origin, derived from the Swahili word 'symara', meaning 'beautiful'.
SYMAYA
FeminineAfrican origin name from Nigeria's Igbo tribe, meaning 'There is someone to take care of you', symbolizing protection and nurturing.
SYMBA
FeminineAfrican name of Yoruba origin meaning "beautiful woman".
SYMEIR
MasculineUnique male given name of unknown origin, with no specific meaning or cultural association.
SYMEON
MasculineUnique Greek name derived from the word "Συμεών", meaning "heard by God". It has rich historical and cultural significance, with notable figures such as Symeon the Stylite and Symeon II having carried this name.