Sylvia Craver

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Sylvia Craver — Latin
274K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Sylvia Craver is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Sylvia is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Sylvia is a feminine given name of Latin origin. The French form is Sylvie. The name originates from the Latin word for forest Silva and its meaning is spirit of the wood. The mythological god of the forest was associated with the figure of Silvanus. Sylvia was the 137th most popular girl's name in Britain in 1900. The surname Craver: Aaron Craver (born 1968), American former National Football League player Bill Craver (1844–1901), American Major League Baseball player Forrest Craver (1875–1958), American college football player and coach and athletic director Harrison Warwick Craver (1875–1951), American librarian and educator Keyuo Craver (born 1980), American football defensive back Margret Craver (1907–2010), American jeweler, metalsmith and arts educator Mario Craver (born 2006), American football player Nathaniel Craver (2002–2009), Russian child adopted by American citizens who were later convicted of involuntary man. Sylvia is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 274K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Sylvia reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Sylvia

Latin

Sylvia is a feminine given name of Latin origin. The French form is Sylvie. The name originates from the Latin word for forest Silva and its meaning is spirit of the wood. The mythological god of the forest was associated with the figure of Silvanus. Sylvia was the 137th most popular girl's name in Britain in 1900.

Surname: Craver

English

Aaron Craver (born 1968), American former National Football League player Bill Craver (1844–1901), American Major League Baseball player Forrest Craver (1875–1958), American college football player and coach and athletic director Harrison Warwick Craver (1875–1951), American librarian and educator Keyuo Craver (born 1980), American football defensive back Margret Craver (1907–2010), American jeweler, metalsmith and arts educator Mario Craver (born 2006), American football player Nathaniel Craver (2002–2009), Russian child adopted by American citizens who were later convicted of involuntary man.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Sylvia is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Sylvia by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Sylvia Craver

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Sylvia Craver:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Sylvia?
The first name Sylvia originates from Latin. Sylvia is a feminine given name of Latin origin. The French form is Sylvie. The name originates from the Latin word for forest Silva and its meaning is spirit of the wood. The mythological god of the forest was associated with the figure of Silvanus. Sylvia was the 137th most popular girl's name in Britain in 1900.
When was Sylvia most popular?
The name Sylvia reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Craver?
The surname Craver originates from English. Aaron Craver (born 1968), American former National Football League player Bill Craver (1844–1901), American Major League Baseball player Forrest Craver (1875–1958), American college football player and coach and athletic director Harrison Warwick Craver (1875–1951), American librarian and educator Keyuo Craver (born 1980), American football defensive back Margret Craver (1907–2010), American jeweler, metalsmith and arts educator Mario Craver (born 2006), American football player Nathaniel Craver (2002–2009), Russian child adopted by American citizens who were later convicted of involuntary man.
What are the origins of the name Sylvia Craver?
The name Sylvia Craver combines two different traditions: the first name Sylvia has Latin roots, while the surname Craver originates from English.
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