Silver is a distinctive and captivating given name, derived from the precious metal of the same name. In many cultures, silver signifies elegance, purity, and rarity, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking an extraordinary moniker for their child. Its pronunciation remains consistent across languages, with 'Si-vel-er' being the most common phonetic representation.
The name Silver experienced significant fluctuations over the past century. It started strong with 8 births each in 1915 and 1918, peaked at 41 births in both 1983 and 1984, then dipped to around 20 births per year until 2002. Since then, it has seen a steady increase, reaching over 50 births annually in recent years, with a peak of 55 births in 2023. In total, there were 1656 babies named Silver born between 1915 and 2023.