However, in German, the name Sylvester is directly used and is quite common. It is often used as a given name but can also refer to:
* New Year's Eve: In German, New Year's Eve is called "Silvester".
* Saint Sylvester: The name is also associated with Pope Sylvester I, a historical figure.
Therefore, while there isn't a direct translation of Sylvester in German, the name itself is used and understood in the German language.