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BoyPronounced Latin /ˈsil.wi.us/; English /ˈsɪl.vi.əs/Latin language family

Silvius

A name meaning "wood, forest".

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Silvius is a boy name meaning "wood, forest".

Pronunciation: Latin /ˈsil.wi.us/; English /ˈsɪl.vi.əs/.

GenderBoy
Meaningwood, forest
PronunciationLatin /ˈsil.wi.us/; English /ˈsɪl.vi.əs/
Language familyLatin

Meaning and history

This name is derived from Latin silva meaning "wood, forest". This was the family name of several of the legendary kings of Alba Longa. It was also the name of an early saint martyred in Alexandria.

Notes and context

Usage: ancient roman, roman mythology