Forest or woods
Syla is likely a modern variant of Sila or a diminutive of Sylvia. It derives from the Latin word 'silva', which refers to a forest or woodland area. It is often chosen by parents seeking a shorter, more contemporary alternative to traditional nature-inspired names.
Less common today
Syla isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,655 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
