| Meaning | sun, throne |
| Origin | Persian |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 4 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Cy-ra |
About Cyra
Distinctive and dynamic, this four-letter powerhouse combines brevity with memorable impact. The "C" opening gives it a strong, confident start, while the name's overall structure feels both ancient and ultramodern simultaneously. This duality creates fascinating depth—it sounds like it could belong to a mythological figure or a tech entrepreneur with equal credibility. The name's rarity in contemporary usage makes it a treasure for parents seeking true uniqueness without venturing into completely invented territory. Its pronunciation is straightforward once learned, though its uncommonness means your daughter may occasionally need to clarify—a small price for such distinctive individuality. The name carries an air of mystery and intelligence, suggesting someone thoughtful, creative, and unafraid to stand apart from the crowd. It has a certain edge that softer names lack, making it ideal for parents who want their daughter's name to signal strength and independence. The compact spelling means easy writing for little hands learning penmanship, while the memorable sound ensures people won't quickly forget meeting your daughter.
Names Similar to Cyra
| Cora |
| Claire |
| Clara |
| Chloe |
| Charlotte |
| Caroline |
| Catherine |
| Cassandra |
| Celeste |
| Camilla |
| Cecilia |
| Crystal |
Nicknames for Cyra
| Cy |
| Cece |
| Sissy |
Famous People Named Cyra
| Cyra Hafiza | Turkish-Austrian writer and translator |
| Cyra McFadden | American author and journalist |
| Cyra Richardson | British film and television producer |
| Cyra Leigh | American singer-songwriter |
| Cyra Morgan | Australian actress |
| Cyra Osuna | Mexican-American painter |
| Cyra B. Healey | American mathematician and statistician |
| Cyra Catelyn | Australian model and actress |
| Cyra Gwynth | British fashion designer |
| Cyra Polizzi | American attorney and legal scholar |
| Cyra Chesire | Canadian poet and novelist |
| Cyra Belbin | British journalist and editor |
| Cyra Joan | American entrepreneur and philanthropist |
| Cyra B. DeGarmo | American biologist and researcher |
| Cyra Eden | Australian journalist and broadcaster |
| Cyra Pearson | Canadian artist and illustrator |
| Cyra Langston | American historian and educator |
| Cyra L. Abbott | American political activist |
| Cyra M. Reeves | British archaeologist |
| Cyra Hildegarde | German-American actress |
Characters Named Cyra
| Cyra Noavek | Protagonist in the "Carve the Mark" book series by Veronica Roth |
| Cyra Hearthstone | Character in the "The Girl and the Stars" book by Mark Lawrence |
| Cyra Dax | Character in the "Star Wars" expanded universe |
| Cyra Drake | Character in the "Cyra and Volaire" book series by D. M. Hamblin |
| Cyra Hartwick | Character in the "Lost Voices" book series by Sarah Porter |
| Cyra Raine | Character in the "Celestial Academy" book series by Maya Nicole |
| Cyra Willow | Character in the "Evo Nation" book series by K.J. Chapman |
| Cyra Cross | Character in the "Red Winter" book series by Annette Marie |
| Cyra Silen | Character in the "Wings of War" book series by Bryce O'Connor |
| Cyra Shadowbane | Character in the "Shroud of the Avatar" video game |
| Cyra Bloodmoon | Character in the "Bloodmoon" video game mod |
| Cyra Swiftblade | Character in the "Dragonlance" novel series by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman |
| Cyra Brightblade | Character in the "Forgotten Realms" novel series by R.A. Salvatore |
| Cyra Nightshade | Character in the "Throne of Glass" book series by Sarah J. Maas |
| Cyra Stormbringer | Character in the "Greyhawk" novel series by Gary Gygax |
| Cyra Moonshadow | Character in the "Warcraft" video game universe |
| Cyra Blackthorn | Character in the "Blackthorn & Grim" book series by Juliet Marillier |
| Cyra Fae | Character in the "Fairy Tales Reimagined" book series by Erin Bedford |
| Cyra Skye | Character in the "Skye Trilogy" book series by Amy Schenkel |
| Cyra Steelheart | Character in the "Legends of the Alfar" book series by Markus Heitz |