Cyrus: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Sun or throne, the name of the great Persian king who freed nations.
- Origin
- Persian
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #252
- Peak
- #350 in 2020
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Cyrus Means
Cyrus is a boy name of Persian origin. Sun or throne, the name of the great Persian king who freed nations.
How Popular Cyrus Is
Cyrus currently ranks #252 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #350 in 2020. It is rising.
Good to Know About Cyrus
- Cyrus the Great founded the Achaemenid Empire and was known for his human rights charter.
- Billy Ray Cyrus kept this name in American pop culture.
- The name is revered in Iranian culture and history.
Names Like Cyrus
Other Persian names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Cyrus
Persian names that pair well as a brother or sister to Cyrus.
Questions About Cyrus
What does Cyrus mean?
Cyrus is a boy name of Persian origin. Sun or throne, the name of the great Persian king who freed nations.
How popular is Cyrus?
Cyrus currently ranks #252 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #350 in 2020. It is rising.
Where does Cyrus come from?
Cyrus comes from Persian roots. Cyrus the Great founded the Achaemenid Empire and was known for his human rights charter.
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