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Silvestre
Silvestre Pronunciation
Silvestre is pronounced seel-VES-treh /silˈvɛs.trɛ/Medium
Meaning: Spanish/Portuguese form of Sylvester — from Latin silvestris, 'of the forest, woodland, wild' (silva, 'a forest')Medium
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History & Origin
Silvestre is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Sylvester — from Latin silvestris, 'of the forest, woodland, wild' (from silva, 'a forest'). Borne by early popes (St Sylvester I) and saints. A strong, earthy, classic name across the Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking world (said 'seel-VES-treh'; nickname Silves).
In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare, of-the-forest at the root, and earthy.
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How do you pronounce Silvestre?
Silvestre is pronounced seel-VES-treh (/silˈvɛs.trɛ/). Press play above to hear Silvestre said aloud.
How do you say Silvestre?
Silvestre is said seel-VES-treh (/silˈvɛs.trɛ/). Press play above to hear Silvestre said aloud.
What does the name Silvestre mean?
Silvestre is the Spanish Sylvester — Latin 'of the forest, woodland, wild'.
Is Silvestre a boy or girl name?
Silvestre is a boy's name.
How popular is Silvestre?
Silvestre is a rare name in the U.S.