Forest or wood
Sylo is a modern variation of the name Silas or Silo, which is derived from the Latin 'Silvanus'. It refers to someone who lives in or near a forest. The 'y' spelling gives it a contemporary, stylistic edge compared to its ancient roots.
Less common today
Sylo isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,515 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Norwegian mathematician known for Sylow theorems in group theory
