About Silves
The surname Silves is of Portuguese origin and is derived from the word "silva," which means "forest" or "woods" in Portuguese. It is a locational surname, indicating that the original bearer of the name either lived near a forest or was associated with a place named Silves. The surname Silves is relatively rare and is primarily found in Portugal and its former colonies.
The surname Silves is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Silves based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Silves is not currently available.
Here's how to represent the name Silves using braille.
Here's how you can use sign language to sign the name Silves.