Cyrus

Meaning of Cyrus

This name means 'sun' or 'throne'. It also has interpretations related to 'lord' or 'far-sighted'.

Cyrus has Persian roots — browse every Persian baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Cyrus

Cyrus has cooled off, slipping to #268 in 2025, down from a peak of #254 in 2024.

Notable people named Cyrus

• Cyrus the Great
  Founder of the Achaemenid Empire
• Cyrus Vance
  Former US Secretary of State
• Cyrus Mistry
  Former Chairman of Tata Sons
• Cyrus Chestnut
  Acclaimed jazz pianist
• Cyrus Christie
  Professional Irish footballer

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Questions about the name Cyrus

What does the name Cyrus mean?

Cyrus means this name means 'sun' or 'throne'. it also has interpretations related to 'lord' or 'far-sighted', and it comes from Persian origins.

Is Cyrus a boy's or a girl's name?

Cyrus is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Cyrus?

In 2025, Cyrus ranked #268 for boys, down from #254 the year before.

When was Cyrus most popular?

Cyrus peaked at #254 in 2024.