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Silvano
Of the forest, god of the woods
Origin
Latin
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Origin and meaning of Silvano
Silvano descends from the Latin Silvanus, built on silva, 'forest, woodland': Silvanus was the Roman deity protecting woods, fields and boundaries. The name thus evokes nature, rustic calm and a deep bond with the land. In Italy it spread widely, especially in the twentieth century, and remains linked to rural and Christian tradition; today it is less common among newborns but keeps a warm, reassuring tone. Outside Italy it is little used.
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