Of the forest
Silviano is an Italian and Spanish derivative of the Roman name Silvanus. It is rooted in the Latin word 'silva', which refers to woods or forests, often associated with the Roman god of the wild.
Less common today
Silviano isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,200 in 1991.
Former Vice President-elect of Brazil
Award-winning Brazilian novelist and essayist
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
