Origin and Meaning of Silvius

Gender

Masculine

Origin of Silvius

Latin

Meaning of Silvius

The name Silvius is derived from the Latin word "silva" meaning "wood, forest".

Famous bearers

In Roman mythology, Silvius was the son of Aeneas and Lavinia. He succeeded Ascanius as King of Alba Longa. All the kings of Alba following Silvius bore the name as their cognomen.

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