Cyrus - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Cyrus \

is pronounced SY-russ. It is of Persian origin. Derived via the Greek form Kyros of the name of several kings of Persia. In earlier times, it was linked with Greek "kyrios" meaning "lord". Historical: Cyrus the Great (fifth century BC) conquered Babylon at the height of its powers and founded the Persian Empire. Biblical: Cyrus is prophetically named in the book of Isaiah as the one who would overthrow Babylon and liberate the captive Israelites. Also the name of a fourth-century saint, a doctor in Alexandria. Inventor Cyrus McCormick; former Secretary of State Cyrus Vance.

Cyrus has 2 variant forms: Ciro and Cy.

For more information, see also the related name Tyrus.

Baby names that sound like Cyrus are Cirrus, Sayres and Sirius.

Cyrus is a somewhat common first name for men (#796 out of 1220) and an even more common last name for both men and women (#7766 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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