US Popularity:638
Origin:Persian
Other Origin(s):Greek
Meaning:Sun; Lord
Cyrus is a boy's given name of Persian origin with Greek roots. Simply meaning "sun," this name is as powerful as it is gentle. Whether it's the soft sunlight in the evening or the bright beam across the horizon in the morning, the sun is a joyful presence punctuating each day. Cyrus may also have roots to the Greek word kyrios, meaning "lord," and can help baby tap into their inner leader. Just like the sun, baby will be a source of light in your life and a part of your daily routine from morning to night.

Famous People Named Cyrus

Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
  • Billy Ray Cyrus
    Musician
  • Cyrus McCormick
    Inventor

Cyrus Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Cyrus is currently #301 on The Bump
Boy:Cyrus is currently #75 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Cyrus is currently #638 in U.S. births
Boy:Cyrus is currently #219 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#638
in 2022
+ 61
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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