Kyriakos Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkee-REE-ah-kos / /kiˈri.akos/Greek
Meaning
of the Lord
Historical & Cultural Background
Kyriakos is derived from the Greek word 'kyrios,' meaning 'lord' or 'master.' It is often associated with the Christian tradition, particularly in reference to the Lord's Day, Sunday. The name has been borne by various saints and is common in Greece and among Greek communities worldwide.
Trend Summary
The name Kyriakos has remained relatively stable in popularity within Greek communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kiriakos
- Kyrie
International Variants
- Ciriaco (Italian)
- Kyriacos (Greek)
Famous people named Kyriakos
Kyriakos Mitsotakis is a Greek politician who has served as the Prime Minister of Greece since 2019.
Kyriakos Papadopoulos is a Greek professional footballer known for his defensive skills.
Kyriakos Koutoupis is a notable Greek composer recognized for his contributions to contemporary music.
Kyriakos Koutoupis is a Greek-American entrepreneur known for his work in technology startups.
Fictional characters named Kyriakos
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kyriakos was first seen in the United States in 1970. Kyriakos has ranked as high as #1078 nationally, which occurred in 1976, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Kyriakos has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kyriakos (1983)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2023 | 6 |