Kourosh Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKOO-rosh / /kuːˈroʊʃ/Persian
Meaning
King; ruler
Historical & Cultural Background
Kourosh is a Persian name, most famously associated with Cyrus the Great, the founder of the Achaemenid Empire. The name has historical significance in Persian culture and is often linked to leadership and nobility. It is celebrated in various forms of literature and art throughout Persian history.
Similar Names
Variants
- Koroush
- Kouroush
International Variants
- Cyrus (Greek)
- Kourosh (Arabic)
Famous people named Kourosh
Kourosh Khosravi is an Iranian musician known for his contributions to Persian pop music.
Fictional characters named Kourosh
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kourosh was first seen in the United States in 1984. Kourosh has ranked as high as #1371 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Kourosh has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kourosh (2003)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 |