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Origin: German

Meaning: Woodland; Wild wood; Dweller in the forest

Give baby a woodsy vibe from the start with the name Silvester. This masculine name has Latin roots, coming from the name silva, meaning “wood.” Translating to “woodland,” “wild wood,” and “dweller in the forest,” this name can inspire baby to find their safe space in the beauty of nature. Silvester can also have German roots and translate to “New Year’s Eve,” thanks to its connections to Pope Silvester I and his December 31 feast day. If you want to celebrate baby as the start of new beginnings—or celebrate their late December birthday—Silvester can make for a natural match.