Sylvester
What is another word for Sylvester? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Name — A male first name of Latin used in English since the sixteenth century origin.
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Etymology
Borrowed from Latin sylvester (“woody, rural”) from silva (“wood”); name of a saint whose feast day falls on December 31.
Full origin of Sylvester →Frequently asked questions
What does “Sylvester” mean?
The word “Sylvester” means a male given name from Latin used in English since the sixteenth century.
How do you pronounce “Sylvester”?
“Sylvester” is pronounced sihl-VEHST (/sɪlˈvɛstɚ/ in IPA).
What part of speech is “Sylvester”?
Depending on how it is used, “Sylvester” can be a name and a noun.
Where does the word “Sylvester” come from?
The word “Sylvester” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Latin sylvester (“woody, rural”) from silva (“wood”); name of a saint whose feast day falls on December 31.
Is “Sylvester” a common word?
“Sylvester” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Sylvester” have?
“Sylvester” has 8 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a male given name from Latin used in English since the sixteenth century.
