gender neutral
Cyrus
sun, throne
About Cyrus
Distinguished and powerful, Cyrus commands attention without demanding it. This name evokes images of ancient leaders and modern innovators alike, carrying centuries of historical gravitas into contemporary settings. A boy named Cyrus often grows into his name, developing the confidence and presence it suggests. The strong consonant sounds give it a masculine edge while maintaining sophistication. Cyrus works exceptionally well in professional environments, lending itself naturally to business cards and academic credentials. Yet it never feels stuffy or pretentious in everyday use. The name's rarity in many regions means a child named Cyrus will likely be the only one in his classroom, providing a sense of uniqueness. It pairs beautifully with both traditional and modern middle names, offering flexibility in creating the perfect combination. Parents drawn to Cyrus typically value strength, intelligence, and a connection to history while embracing forward-thinking perspectives.
Popularity of the Name Cyrus
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #216 | ||||
| 1881 | #247 | ||||
| 1882 | #249 | ||||
| 1883 | #230 | ||||
| 1884 | #284 | ||||
| 1885 | #264 | ||||
| 1886 | #220 | ||||
| 1887 | #265 | ||||
| 1888 | #264 | ||||
| 1889 | #285 | ||||
| 1890 | #312 | ||||
| 1891 | #367 | ||||
| 1892 | #262 | ||||
| 1893 | #301 | ||||
| 1894 | #350 | ||||
| 1895 | #384 | ||||
| 1896 | #419 | ||||
| 1897 | #332 | ||||
| 1898 | #395 | ||||
| 1899 | #377 | ||||
| 1900 | #366 | ||||
| 1901 | #363 | ||||
| 1902 | #442 | ||||
| 1903 | #433 | ||||
| 1904 | #456 | ||||
| 1905 | #433 | ||||
| 1906 | #365 | ||||
| 1907 | #546 | ||||
| 1908 | #525 | ||||
| 1909 | #546 | ||||
| 1910 | #547 | ||||
| 1911 | #563 | ||||
| 1912 | #440 | ||||
| 1913 | #463 | ||||
| 1914 | #528 | ||||
| 1915 | #497 | ||||
| 1916 | #507 | ||||
| 1917 | #492 | ||||
| 1918 | #505 | ||||
| 1919 | #598 | ||||
| 1920 | #576 | ||||
| 1921 | #555 | ||||
| 1922 | #530 | ||||
| 1923 | #606 | ||||
| 1924 | #610 | ||||
| 1925 | #596 | ||||
| 1926 | #538 | ||||
| 1927 | #612 | ||||
| 1928 | #716 | ||||
| 1929 | #722 | ||||
| 1930 | #633 | ||||
| 1931 | #631 | ||||
| 1932 | #710 | ||||
| 1933 | #657 | ||||
| 1934 | #642 | ||||
| 1935 | #659 | ||||
| 1936 | #654 | ||||
| 1937 | #682 | ||||
| 1938 | #703 | ||||
| 1939 | #813 | ||||
| 1940 | #719 | ||||
| 1941 | #694 | ||||
| 1942 | #777 | ||||
| 1943 | #789 | ||||
| 1944 | #680 | ||||
| 1945 | #901 | ||||
| 1946 | #773 | ||||
| 1947 | #787 | ||||
| 1948 | #713 | ||||
| 1949 | #699 | ||||
| 1950 | #767 | ||||
| 1951 | #751 | ||||
| 1952 | #800 | ||||
| 1953 | #848 | ||||
| 1954 | #819 | ||||
| 1955 | #740 | ||||
| 1956 | #785 | ||||
| 1957 | #822 | ||||
| 1958 | #778 | ||||
| 1959 | #877 | ||||
| 1960 | #866 | ||||
| 1961 | #802 | ||||
| 1962 | #809 | ||||
| 1963 | #856 | ||||
| 1964 | #937 | ||||
| 1965 | #790 | ||||
| 1966 | #918 | ||||
| 1967 | #858 | ||||
| 1968 | #759 | ||||
| 1969 | #886 | ||||
| 1970 | #810 | ||||
| 1971 | #895 | ||||
| 1972 | #873 | ||||
| 1973 | #855 | ||||
| 1974 | #844 | ||||
| 1975 | #862 | ||||
| 1976 | #947 | ||||
| 1977 | #732 | ||||
| 1978 | #729 | ||||
| 1979 | #772 | ||||
| 1980 | #684 | ||||
| 1981 | #651 | ||||
| 1982 | #723 | ||||
| 1983 | #700 | ||||
| 1984 | #683 | ||||
| 1985 | #769 | ||||
| 1986 | #780 | ||||
| 1987 | #746 | ||||
| 1988 | #733 | ||||
| 1989 | #789 | ||||
| 1990 | #825 | ||||
| 1991 | #801 | #745 | |||
| 1992 | #729 | #831 | |||
| 1993 | #719 | #482 | |||
| 1994 | #763 | #734 | |||
| 1995 | #802 | #634 | |||
| 1996 | #732 | #655 | |||
| 1997 | #625 | #687 | #591 | ||
| 1998 | #553 | #865 | #328 | #576 | |
| 1999 | #552 | #658 | #365 | #602 | |
| 2000 | #541 | #543 | #460 | ||
| 2001 | #522 | #784 | #324 | #507 | |
| 2002 | #471 | #836 | #391 | ||
| 2003 | #485 | #745 | #239 | #389 | |
| 2004 | #515 | #704 | #327 | #494 | |
| 2005 | #488 | #664 | #375 | #497 | |
| 2006 | #515 | #502 | #196 | #442 | |
| 2007 | #464 | #737 | #188 | #448 | |
| 2008 | #505 | #615 | #194 | #435 | |
| 2009 | #522 | #549 | #184 | #519 | |
| 2010 | #486 | #641 | #168 | #460 | |
| 2011 | #513 | #672 | #227 | #516 | |
| 2012 | #468 | #643 | #173 | #434 | |
| 2013 | #436 | #752 | #188 | #449 | |
| 2014 | #459 | #782 | #208 | #389 | |
| 2015 | #469 | #831 | #272 | #478 | |
| 2016 | #426 | #999 | #222 | #374 | |
| 2017 | #423 | #663 | #316 | #402 | |
| 2018 | #389 | #818 | #238 | #432 | |
| 2019 | #409 | #756 | #184 | #403 | |
| 2020 | #369 | #733 | #396 | ||
| 2021 | #349 | #700 | #251 | #451 | |
| 2022 | #323 | #606 | #185 | #356 | |
| 2023 | #296 | #626 | #227 | #309 | |
| 2024 | #253 | #489 | #233 | #348 | |
| 2025 | #268 | #441 | #197 | #832 | #317 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Cyrus
Names Similar to Cyrus
Nicknames for Cyrus
- Cy
- Rus
- Siri
- Cy-Cy
Famous People Named Cyrus
| Cyrus the Great | Founder of the Persian Empire |
| Cyrus Vance | American Secretary of State |
| Cyrus McCormick | Inventor of the mechanical reaper |
Characters Named Cyrus
| Cyrus Goodman | Fictional character in the TV show "Andi Mack" |
| Cyrus Grissom | Fictional character in the movie "Con Air" |
| Cyrus Smith | Fictional character in Jules Verne's novel "The Mysterious Island" |
| Cyrus Gold | Fictional character in DC Comics, also known as Solomon Grundy |
| Cyrus Lupo | Fictional character in the TV show "Law & Order" |
| Cyrus Beene | Fictional character in the TV show "Scandal" |