boy name

Cyrus

Cyrus is a popular, simple, strong boy name with Persian roots and a top 1000 usage profile.

Cyrus feels popular, simple, strong, making it useful for baby-name shortlists, character names, sibling sets, and middle-name pairings.

Meaningsun
OriginPersian
PronunciationCYR-us
Gender usageboy
PopularityTop 1000
Syllables2
Stylepopular, simple, strong
NicknamesCyru

Overview

Is Cyrus a good name?

Cyrus is a strong choice if you like popular, simple, strong names. Its Persian roots and top 1000 usage profile make it feel distinctive while still usable.

Style

Cyrus vibe

Cyrus sits in the popular, simple, strong style family. It works especially well for parents who want a name with a clear personality rather than a purely neutral sound.

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Sound

Pronunciation and flow

Cyrus is pronounced CYR-us. With 2 syllables, it tends to pair best with one- or three-syllable middle names.

Nicknames

Nicknames for Cyrus

Cyru is natural nickname option for Cyrus.

Meaning

What does Cyrus mean?

Cyrus means sun. The name has Persian roots, and its meaning gives it a confident, substantial quality that can shape how the full name feels.

How to use it

Best uses for Cyrus

Use Cyrus when you want a name that feels popular, simple, strong without losing everyday usability.

If the surname is long, pair Cyrus with a short middle. If the surname is short, a more flowing middle can make the full name feel complete.

For sibling names, choose one shared quality, such as origin, softness, vintage style, or popularity level, instead of trying to match every detail.

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Cyrus FAQ

What does Cyrus mean?

Cyrus means sun and has Persian roots.

How do you pronounce Cyrus?

Cyrus is pronounced CYR-us.

What names are similar to Cyrus?

Titus, Ares, Carlos, Cohen, Colin, Julius, Marcus, Cayden share some of Cyrus's style, sound, origin, or popularity profile.

What are good nicknames for Cyrus?

Cyru is a natural nickname option for Cyrus.