Cyril: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A lordly name meaning masterful and lordly, wise and commanding.
- Origin
- Czech
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #2969
- Peak
- #263 in 1902
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Cyril Means
Cyril is a boy name of Czech origin. A lordly name meaning masterful and lordly, wise and commanding.
How Popular Cyril Is
Cyril currently ranks #2969 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #263 in 1902. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Cyril
- Cyril peaked at #263 in the U.S. in 1902.
- It carries royal connotations and regal history.
Names Like Cyril
Other Czech names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Cyril
Czech names that pair well as a brother or sister to Cyril.
Questions About Cyril
What does Cyril mean?
Cyril is a boy name of Czech origin. A lordly name meaning masterful and lordly, wise and commanding.
How popular is Cyril?
Cyril currently ranks #2969 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #263 in 1902. It has held steady.
Where does Cyril come from?
Cyril comes from Czech roots. Cyril peaked at #263 in the U.S. in 1902.
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