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Cyrus

SAI-rəs

Popularity

#9039

rising

Letters

5

Syllables

2

Origin

Persian

Total Births

27,974

Peak Year

#1,391 in 2024

First Recorded

1880

Style

Spiritual & Biblical, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Cyrus is of Persian origin, meaning "sun."

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Cyrus the Great

    Founder of the Achaemenid Empire (Persian Empire)

  • Miley Cyrus

    American singer, songwriter, and actress

Nicknames

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Personality Traits

StrongLeaderIntelligentConfidentAmbitious

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