Cyrus: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced SY-ruhs · 2 syllables
Cyrus means “sun; throne”, from Persian.
Borrowed from Latin Cyrus, from Ancient Greek (Kuros), from Old Persian (kurus). As a saints' name it has been identified by folk etymology with Ancient Greek (kurios, “lord”).
- Meaning
- sun; throne
- Origin
- Persian
- Pronunciation
- SY-ruhs
- US rank (2025)
- #268
- US babies a year
- about 1,165 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Vintage, Comeback, Rising, Biblical
How popular is Cyrus?
Cyrus was the #268 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,296 babies. It’s rising: up 92% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #268 |
| England & Wales | #679 |
| Scotland | #892 |
| Ireland | #780 |
| Canada | #403 |
| Australia | #302 |
How old are people named Cyrus?
Half of US adults named Cyrus are older than 30; most are between 19 and 76. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Cyrus
What does the name Cyrus mean?
Cyrus means “sun; throne”. It comes from Persian.
How do you pronounce Cyrus?
Cyrus is pronounced SY-ruhs.
How popular is the name Cyrus?
Cyrus was the #268 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,296 babies. It’s rising: up 92% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Cyrus?
Half of US adults named Cyrus are older than 30. Most are between 19 and 76.