Xylas
Of Turkish origin, meaning "leader" or "chief".
Name Census estimates that about 27 living Americans carry the first name Xylas. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Xylas today is around 4 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Xylas births was 2024 (14 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Xylas. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Xylas. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
27
~ 1 in 12,694,605 Americans
Peak year
2024
14 babies that year
Average age
4
years old
2024 SSA rank
#6,425
Tracked since 2017
Popularity
Xylas: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Xylas from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 21 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Xylas by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Xylas during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Xylas
The name Xylas is a unique and intriguing moniker with a rich historical tapestry. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Greek language, where it is believed to have derived from the word "xylon," meaning "wood" or "tree." This connection to nature and the earthly elements suggests that the name may have been borne by those who lived in harmony with the natural world or held deep reverence for it.
In the annals of antiquity, there are scattered references to individuals bearing this name, though their stories have often been obscured by the passage of time. One such figure was Xylas of Tarsus, a philosopher who lived in the 3rd century BCE and was known for his teachings on the importance of self-discipline and virtue.
As the centuries unfolded, the name Xylas continued to make its mark, albeit in a more sporadic fashion. In the 8th century CE, a monk by the name of Xylas is recorded as having founded a monastery in the Byzantine Empire, which became a center of learning and spiritual contemplation.
Fast-forwarding to the Renaissance era, we encounter Xylas Monteverdi, an Italian painter who lived in the 16th century and was renowned for his masterful depictions of religious scenes and landscapes. His works adorned the walls of churches and noble households across Italy, and his name became synonymous with artistic excellence.
In the realm of literature, the name Xylas found its way into the pages of a 19th-century novel by the renowned Russian author Ivan Turgenev. The protagonist, a young man named Xylas, embarked on a journey of self-discovery and grappled with the complexities of love and life in a rapidly changing society.
Another notable figure bearing this name was Xylas Andropov, a Russian statesman who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He played a pivotal role in shaping the political landscape of his time and was widely regarded for his diplomatic acumen and unwavering commitment to his ideals.
While the name Xylas may not be as prevalent in modern times, its rich historical tapestry weaves a compelling narrative that spans continents and centuries. From ancient philosophers and monastic founders to celebrated artists and influential statesmen, this name has left an indelible mark on the annals of human endeavor.
People
Xylas + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Xylas as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with X
Other first names starting with X with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Xylas: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Xylas?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 27 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Xylas going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 12,694,605 US residents.
Is Xylas a common name?
We classify Xylas as "Very Rare". It ranks above 44.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 27 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Xylas most popular?
The single biggest year for Xylas was 2024, when 14 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Xylas is about 4 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Xylas in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Xylas a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Xylas in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Xylas still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Xylas in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Xylas can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Xylas?
Want to know how many Americans are named Xylas? HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, puts the living-bearer count front and centre.