Cyrus

Boy's name

Cyrus is a name of Persian origin, derived from the Old Persian name "Kurush," meaning "far-sighted" or "young."

Meaning Lord
Origin Greek
U.S. births in 2023 1,380 Rising
Peak year 2024

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Cyrus the Great - Founder of the Achaemenid Empire.
  • Cyrus Vance - Former U.S. Secretary of State.
  • Cyrus McCormick - Invented the mechanical reaper.
  • Cyrus Jones - NFL player for New England Patriots.
  • Cyrus Sutton - Surfer and filmmaker.
  • Cyrus Pallonji Mistry - Indian businessman.
  • Cyrus Broacha - Indian TV anchor and comedian.
  • Cyrus Habib - Lieutenant Governor of Washington state.
  • Cyrus Christie - Irish footballer.
  • Cyrus Beene - Fictional character on TV show "Scandal."

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