Why Silas Rocks?
What secrets hide behind “Silas” that makes it rock? Your first name is more than just a name!
The name “Silas” is of Latin origin. It’s a name commonly given to boys.
Your name in reverse order is “Salis.” A random rearrangement of the letters in your name (anagram) will give ‘Assli.’ How do you pronounce that?
Short Story About a Name
Secret Meaning of Silas
The true meaning of ‘Silas’ cannot be described with just a few words. Your name is your destiny, heart’s desire, and personality. Silas is a name that suggests you give up what you want so other people can have what they need. Like a six-sided cube, your personality is steady and balanced. You are very creative and artistically oriented but also willing to take action to accomplish your goals. Often you volunteer to work on civic projects and make your fair share of responsibility. Others seek your advice because you carefully listen to their problems.
Your heart’s desire is to become a leader. You dislike taking orders and want to be in charge – the boss figure. Surprisingly, your creativity allows you to find new solutions to old problems. You can generate ideas on the fly, and want recognition for your efforts. You tend to avoid those who are needy and idle on their work.
When people hear the name Silas, they perceive you as someone who is stimulating, idea generator, talkative, and charismatic. You can attract, influence, and inspire people. You are often seen wearing functional clothing that can work for day and night events. You radiate a potential for success that attracts others to your cause.
You are a smoothie – a real charmer! You tend to have dramatic reactions when you feel things deeply. Your kind nature allows you to work well with others. You are inclined to experience many emotional ups and downs.
Your most likely vocation: teacher, philosopher, educator, religious zealot, scientist, minister, instructor, writer, producer of luxury and beauty goods, manager of restaurant, irrigationist, horticulturist, zoologist, shipping magnate.
Lucky colors: All varieties of blue except the very bright blues
Lucky gem(s): Emerald, turquoise
Lucky day(s): Sunday, Monday, and Friday
Lucky botanicals: Verbena, dog rose, violets, walnuts, all types of beans, apricot, almonds
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Is The Name Silas Popular?
“Silas” is not a popular baby boy’s name in Illinois as reported in the 2021 U.S. Social Security Administration data (ssa.gov). Imagine that, only 93 babies in Illinois have the same name as you in 2021. A total of 3,921 babies also bear the same first name during that year in the U.S. From 1880 to 2023, the highest recorded use of this name was in 2023 with a total of 4,070 babies. That’s a lot of baby Silases.
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Since 1880 up to 2023, the name “Silas” was recorded 66,775 times in the SSA public database. Using the UN World Population Prospects for 2023, that’s more than enough Silases to occupy the country of Bermuda with an estimated population of 64,069.
The name first appeared in the year 1880 and given to 98 newborn babies. (See FAQ) It became a popular name in the year 2020 with a rank of #100 nationwide and was registered 3,641 times as a baby boy’s name. Silas became a popular boy’s name in the state of Vermont in the year 2021. It ranked #12 with 19 babies. The all-time high record for this name was in 2022 in the state of Ohio with 204 baby boys.
This name is a consistent top ranking boy’s name in the state of Vermont for 18 years from 2000 to 2023 (may not be consecutive).
For the past eight decades (1944 to 2023), the name “Silas” was recorded 59,269 times in the SSA database.
What’s Next?
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