Silvane
Latin · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Silvane
Silvane derives from the Latin "silvanus," meaning "of the forest" or "woodland," related to "silva" (forest), and is the feminine form of the name Silvanus, historically associated with the Roman god of forests and wild nature.
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Etymology
Silvane derives from the Latin "silvanus," meaning "of the forest" or "woodland," related to "silva" (forest), and is the feminine form of the name Silvanus, historically associated with the Roman god of forests and wild nature. The name is primarily used in French and Portuguese-speaking cultures, with historical usage among Christian populations, though it remains relatively uncommon compared to similar names like Sylvaine or Silvana.
Silvane currently ranks #1,826 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1957.
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