Feminine dossier · first seen 1886
Sylva
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1919
Peak births
31
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
Quick answers about Sylva
How many people are named Sylva?
An estimated 98 living Americans are named Sylva.
How rare is Sylva?
Sylva is very rare among babies today, with 7 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 77.4% from its 1919 peak.
How old is the typical Sylva?
The median age of a living American named Sylva is approximately 69 years, with most bearers falling between 56 and 79 years old.
Is Sylva still popular?
Yes. Sylva is holding steady, with 7 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
1886Peak 19192025
Peak year
1919
Decline from peak
77.4%
2025
7
All-time
890