Boys name · Virginia
Silas in Virginia
Silas was the 68th most popular boys name in Virginia in 2025, with 124 babies named Silas that year. Since 1911, Virginia families have named 2,285 babies Silas.
Popularity over time
Silas in Virginia, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 10 | 111th |
| 1922 | 14 | 222nd |
| 1934 | 12 | 235th |
| 1945 | 7 | 358th |
| 1961 | 5 | 531st |
| 2002 | 16 | 375th |
| 2014 | 77 | 123rd |
| 2025 | 124 | 68th |
Its rank among boys names in Virginia climbed from 111th in 1911 to 68th in 2025.
The most babies named Silas in Virginia in a single year was 135, in 2024. Its best showing was 61st among boys names in 2024.
Across the country, Silas reached its best rank of 12th in Vermont (2021). See Silas in every state →
How popular is Silas in Virginia?
Silas was the 68th most popular boys name in Virginia in 2025, with 124 babies named Silas that year. Since 1911, Virginia families have named 2,285 babies Silas.
How many babies are named Silas in Virginia?
In 2025, 124 babies were named Silas in Virginia. The most babies named Silas in Virginia in a single year was 135, in 2024.
What is the rank of Silas in Virginia?
Silas ranked 68th among boys names in Virginia in 2025. Its best showing was 61st among boys names in 2024.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.