UK boy's name
Sylus
A rare given name possibly derived from the Greek word "silos" meaning "sword".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2020. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Sylus is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Sylus popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2020 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4608, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2020, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2020 to 2020. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Sylus is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Sylus. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2021 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Sylus ranked #4608 for boys in England and Wales in 2020, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2020, when 3 boys were registered as Sylus.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Sylus as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4608
2020
Births in 2020
3
Latest year
Peak year
2020
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Sylus mean?
The name Sylus is of ancient Greek origin, emerging from the linguistic roots of the word "sylos," which translates to "pillager" or "plunderer." This name carries a rich historical tapestry, dating back to the classical era of Greek civilization.
In the early days of ancient Greece, the name Sylus was often bestowed upon warriors and soldiers who displayed exceptional valor and skill in battle. It was a name synonymous with strength, bravery, and the ability to overcome adversaries through strategic cunning and brute force.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Sylus can be found in the epic poem "The Iliad" by Homer, where a character bearing this moniker is described as a formidable warrior who fought alongside the legendary heroes of the Trojan War.
Throughout the centuries, the name Sylus has been carried by numerous notable figures, each leaving an indelible mark on the annals of history. One such individual was Sylus of Cyrene, a Greek philosopher and mathematician who lived in the 4th century BCE. He is renowned for his contributions to the field of geometry and his work on the properties of conic sections.
In the realm of ancient warfare, Sylus of Sparta stands out as a prominent figure. Born in 510 BCE, he was a Spartan general who led his troops to victory against the Persians during the Greco-Persian Wars, earning him a place in the pantheon of Spartan military leaders.
The name Sylus also found its way into the pages of Roman history, with Sylus Quintus Fabius, a Roman statesman and politician who lived during the 2nd century BCE. He was renowned for his diplomatic skills and played a pivotal role in negotiating treaties between Rome and its allies.
Another notable bearer of the name was Sylus Maximus, a Roman general and military strategist who lived in the 1st century CE. He gained fame for his successful campaigns against the Germanic tribes, solidifying the Roman Empire's dominance in the northern regions of Europe.
As the centuries passed, the name Sylus continued to resonate across various cultures and civilizations, with individuals carrying this moniker leaving their mark on history through their accomplishments in fields ranging from literature and philosophy to warfare and statesmanship.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Sylus by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Sylus was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4608 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Sylus
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- Sebastian 33,008
- Sam 20,889
- Stanley 16,354
- Sonny 15,028
- Sean 15,006
- Scott 12,587
- Seth 9,841
- Syed 9,050
- Stephen 8,884
- Spencer 8,333
- Steven 6,970
FAQ
Sylus: questions and answers
How popular is the name Sylus in the UK right now?
In 2020, Sylus was ranked #4608 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Sylus most popular?
The peak year on record was 2020, with 3 babies registered as Sylus in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Sylus?
A rare given name possibly derived from the Greek word "silos" meaning "sword".
How many people are called Sylus in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Sylus across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.