About Sylvas
The surname Sylvas is derived from the Latin word "silva," meaning "forest" or "woods." As a surname, Sylvas likely originated as a toponymic name, indicating that the original bearer lived near or in a forested area. It is a relatively uncommon surname, and individuals with this name may have ancestral ties to regions known for their dense woodlands or may have adopted the name due to an association with nature or forestry.
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The surname Sylvas is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Sylvas 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 Sylvas is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Sylvas in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Sylvas using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.