Cyrus

Cyrus is a Persian boy's name. A Persian name meaning "sun" or "throne". Its ancient connections and distinctive sound have a regal, timeless quality.

How popular is Cyrus in the United States?

In 2024, 1,380 boys in the United States were named Cyrus, making it the 254th most popular boy's name that year.

It has climbed sharply, from 459th a decade earlier.

2024 is its busiest year on record.

Records for Cyrus go back to 1880, and 27,974 babies have been given the name since.

What Cyrus means and where it comes from

A Persian name meaning "sun" or "throne". Its ancient connections and distinctive sound have a regal, timeless quality. Carries historical weight as the name of the founder of the Persian Empire.

Cyrus is of Persian origin, described as historic and vintage in style.

Is Cyrus a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Cyrus went to 11 girls and 1,380 boys — 99% boys.

In practice it reads as a boys' name in the US.

Sibling name ideas for Cyrus

Names of the same origin for a sister, most common first.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Cyrus mean?

A Persian name meaning "sun" or "throne". Its ancient connections and distinctive sound have a regal, timeless quality.

Where does the name Cyrus come from?

Cyrus is of Persian origin, and is usually described as historic and vintage in style.

How popular is Cyrus in the United States?

In 2024, 1,380 boys in the United States were named Cyrus, making it the 254th most popular boy's name that year.

Is Cyrus a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Cyrus went to 11 girls and 1,380 boys — 99% boys. In practice it reads as a boys' name in the US.

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