| Meaning | sun |
| Origin | Greek, Persian |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Sy-rus |
Syrus is a charming and meaningful name with a rich historical background. Derived from the Old Persian word "Kūruš," Syrus encapsulates the essence of the sun's brilliance and power. The name's origin dates back to ancient times, carrying a sense of wisdom and leadership that has transcended generations.
As a Persian name, Syrus has variations such as Cyrus, Cy, and Kyros, each maintaining the inherent symbolism of brightness and radiance. Its similarity to names like Silas and Elias adds to its appeal, striking a balance between uniqueness and familiarity.
The name Syrus has graced the lives of various noteworthy individuals, from musicians and actors to sports personalities and politicians. Fictionally, it has brought to life characters in diverse realms, including card games, TV series, and literature.
Choosing Syrus for your baby boy bestows upon him the aspiration to shine bright, embrace strength, and exhibit leadership. It is a name that will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression and serve as a source of inspiration throughout his life's journey.
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| Syrus Yarbrough | American singer-songwriter |
| Syrus Dorman | Canadian actor |
| Syrus Truesdale | American professional duelist, character in Yu-Gi-Oh! GX |
| Syrus Lowe | British actor |
| Syrus Marcus Ware | Canadian artist and activist |
| Syrus K. Russell | American politician |
| Syrus MacLeane | Scottish footballer |
| Syrus Gibson | American politician |
| Syrus P. Kell | American politician |
| Syrus The Virus | American hip-hop artist |
| Syrus Augustine | Antiguan soccer player |
| Syrus Griswold | American poet and editor |
| Syrus Tuitean | Romanian rugby player |
| Syrus Kalyan | South African cricketer |
| Syrus Collins | British footballer |
| Syrus Popescu | Romanian water polo player |
| Syrus Jagne | Swedish-Gambian footballer |
| Syrus Bazargan | Iranian historian and writer |
| Syrus Shahidi | American actor |
| Syrus Truesdale | Yu-Gi-Oh! GX |
| Syrus Karsen | WWE |
| Syrus Goodfellow | The Kane Chronicles by Rick Riordan |
| Syrus Primoris | World of Warcraft |
| Syrus Reeve | Babylon 5 TV series |
| Syrus Algernon | The Iron Ring by Lloyd Alexander |
| Syrus Narsius | The Elder Scrolls III - Morrowind |
| Syrus Ontarious | The Alienist TV series |
| Syrus Pringle | Degrassi - The Next Generation TV series |
| Syrus Farsight | Warhammer 40,000 |
| Syrus Rayne | DC Comics |
| Syrus Borg | Star Trek - Voyager TV series |
| Syrus Renard | Gargoyles TV series |
| Syrus Branckett | Tales of Destiny video game |
| Syrus Guile | Battle Realms video game |
| Syrus Shakur | The Shield TV series |
| Syrus Finklestein | Brickleberry TV series |
| Syrus St. Claire | Notorious TV series |
| Syrus Wanderer | The Shadow Odyssey |
| Syrus Greycloak | Magic - The Gathering - Arena |