Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Cyrus has Persian roots and means sun or throne. It evolved from Kūrush in Old Persian to its current form in English. The name is associated with traits of leadership and strength and has a biblical connection to Cyrus the Great, who played a pivotal role in Jewish history.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈsaɪrəs/
Origin
Persian
Etymology
The name Cyrus is derived from the Old Persian name 'Kūrush', which is believed to be of uncertain origin, possibly meaning 'sun' or 'throne'.
Meaning
Sun, throne
Language Evolution
Kūrush (Old Persian), Kyrus (Greek), Cyrus (English)
Biblical Background
Cyrus is a significant figure in the Bible, known as Cyrus the Great, who allowed the Jews to return to Jerusalem and rebuild the Temple.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the ancient world due to Cyrus the Great, the founder of the Achaemenid Empire, and it has remained in use throughout history.
Variants & Derivatives
Cyril, Cy, Cyr
Modern Popularity & Image
Cyrus is considered a strong and regal name, often associated with leadership and wisdom. It has seen a resurgence in modern times, particularly influenced by cultural references.
Famous People
Cyrus the Great, Cyrus Vance, Miley Cyrus
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,391 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 50 US states, with strongest presence in Hawaii
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 531st of 7545 | 2,098 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 719th of 6773 | 1,369 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 819th of 7552 | 1,563 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 825th of 10718 | 1,561 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 752nd of 16616 | 2,667 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 523rd of 24088 | 7,589 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 376th of 23106 | 10,297 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 13812th of 30306 | 66 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
38.91% 551st/1416 |
32.49% 448th/1379 |
27.94% 661st/2366 |
81.87% 935th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
46.96% 726th/1546 |
37.92% 590th/1556 |
41.48% 976th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
40.10% 893rd/2227 |
32.39% 787th/2430 |
30.18% 861st/2853 |
34.63% 961st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
37.93% 1114th/2937 |
25.27% 880th/3483 |
24.39% 858th/3518 |
19.09% 772nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
22.69% 836th/3685 |
19.06% 853rd/4475 |
17.33% 900th/5194 |
10.73% 678th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
12.03% 551st/4582 |
9.80% 506th/5164 |
9.07% 663rd/7313 |
5.35% 399th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
9.59% 382nd/3984 |
8.09% 363rd/4487 |
6.38% 435th/6822 |
5.16% 324th/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Hawaii across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 531st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 719th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 819th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 825th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 752nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 523rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 376th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13812th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.