Boy
Persian
2 syllables
Cyrus
SY-rus
/ˈsaɪrəs/
"The far-sighted" — a name of Persian imperial glory, ancient wisdom, and noble humanitarian vision
Cyrus derives from the Old Persian Kurush, a name of debated meaning possibly related to 'sun,' 'throne,' or 'far-sighted.' It is most associated with Cyrus the Great, the founder of the Achaemenid Persian Empire, who was celebrated even by his enemies for his enlightened rule, religious tolerance, and the Cyrus Cylinder — often called the world's first declaration of human rights. The name has an elegant, timeless quality and is rising in popularity in the English-speaking world.
Quick Facts
Letters5
SyllablesCy · rus
GenderBoy
OriginPersian
Root WordKurush
MeaningSun, throne, far-sighted
PopularityPopular
Peak Year2022
Trend
↑ Rising
Nicknames
Cy
About the Name Cyrus
Cyrus is believed to mean 'sun,' 'throne,' or 'far-sighted,' from the Old Persian Kurush. The name's exact meaning is debated by scholars, but it carries connotations of imperial vision and enlightened leadership through Cyrus the Great.
Cyrus ranks around #265 in the US and is rising. It has benefited from both the celebrity association with the Cyrus family and a growing interest in ancient, distinguished names with non-European origins.
Cyrus suggests a visionary, intelligent, and principled leader. The legacy of Cyrus the Great gives the name associations with enlightened authority, tolerance, and the courage to govern with wisdom rather than merely force.
Persian and classic names pair beautifully: Cyrus James, Cyrus Alexander, Cyrus Darius, or Cyrus Leo. Two-syllable middles complement Cyrus's balanced two-syllable rhythm.
Cyrus comes from the Old Persian Kurush, the royal name of Cyrus the Great, founder of the Achaemenid Empire in the 6th century BCE. The name entered Western usage through Greek historians who wrote about Persian history.
Cy is the most common and affectionate nickname for Cyrus — cool, crisp, and easy to use in casual settings. Many bearers of the name use the full Cyrus, which has a strong and distinguished sound.
Personality of Cyrus
Perceived character traits commonly associated with people named Cyrus
Creativity
75%
Elegance
85%
Independence
90%
Intelligence
92%
Strength
88%
Warmth
72%
Famous People Named Cyrus
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Cyrus the Great
Founder of the Achaemenid Persian Empire, celebrated for his enlightened rule, tolerance, and the Cyrus Cylinder
C
Cyrus McCormick
American inventor who developed the mechanical reaper, transforming agricultural productivity in the 19th century
M
Miley Cyrus
American pop superstar born Destiny Hope Cyrus, who adopted her father Billy Ray Cyrus's surname
C
Cyrus Vance
American statesman who served as Secretary of State under President Jimmy Carter
Middle Names for Cyrus
Beautiful combinations that flow well with Cyrus
Cyrus James
Cyrus Alexander
Cyrus Darius
Cyrus Jahan
Cyrus Reza
Cyrus Kaveh
Cyrus Arian
Cyrus Leo
Cyrus Evan
Cyrus Reed
Cyrus Cole
Cyrus Atticus
Names Similar to Cyrus
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Sibling Name Ideas
History of Cyrus
c. 600 BCE
Cyrus the Great is born in Persia, destined to build the largest empire the world had yet seen
550 BCE
Cyrus defeats the Medes and begins building the Achaemenid Empire across Persia and beyond
539 BCE
Cyrus issues the Cyrus Cylinder after conquering Babylon, often cited as an early human rights declaration
1831
Cyrus McCormick patents his mechanical reaper, revolutionizing American farming
2010s–present
Cyrus rises in popularity as a given name in the US and UK, drawn by its ancient grandeur and crisp sound
Numerology & Symbolism of Cyrus
5
Destiny Number
Sum of all letters
3
Soul Urge
Sum of vowels
♍
Zodiac Affinity
Sagittarius
9
Lucky Number
Personal power digit
🎨
Lucky Color
Persian Gold
💎
Lucky Stone
Lapis Lazuli
🌸
Lucky Flower
Saffron Crocus
Cyrus Around the World
How Cyrus is written in different languages and scripts
سايروس
Arabic
サイラス
Japanese
Сайрус
Russian
사이러스
Korean
塞鲁斯
Chinese
Κύρος
Greek
साइरस
Hindi
כּוֹרֶשׁ
Hebrew
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