Behind the Name
the etymology and history of first names
Login   Register
Search

View Name: Silvius


SILVIUS
GENDER: Masculine
USAGE: Late Roman, Roman Mythology
Meaning & History
Derived from Latin silva "wood, forest". This was the family name of several of the legendary kings of Alba Longa. It is also the name of an early saint martyred in Alexandria.
Related Names
FEMININE FORMS: Silvia (Late Roman), Silvia (Roman Mythology)
OTHER LANGUAGES: Silvijo, Silvio (Croatian), Silvio (Italian), Silvio (Portuguese), Silviu (Romanian), Silvio (Spanish)
MORE INFORMATION
Related Names
Namesakes
Comments


Home About | Copyright © | Terms | Contact
Advertising served by SheKnows Family