Syrus Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSYE-rus / /ˈsaɪrəs/Persian; Greek
Meaning
Persian: 'sun'; Greek: 'sacred'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Syrus has roots in both Persian and Greek cultures. In Persian, it is often associated with the sun, symbolizing brightness and warmth. The Greek interpretation connects it to sacredness, reflecting a sense of reverence. The name has been used historically in various forms, including Cyrus, which has notable historical significance.
Trend Summary
The name Syrus has seen limited popularity in the United States, with occasional usage but no significant trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Cyrus
International Variants
- Ciro (Italian)
- Kyrus (Latin)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Syrus was first seen in the United States in 1982. Syrus has ranked as high as #1271 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Florida, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Syrus has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Syrus (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 11 | |
| CA | 10 | |
| GA | 5 | |
| WI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 38 |
| 1999 | 27 |
| 2000 | 41 |
| 2001 | 45 |
| 2002 | 39 |
| 2003 | 61 |
| 2004 | 52 |
| 2005 | 44 |
| 2006 | 66 |
| 2007 | 67 |
| 2008 | 73 |
| 2009 | 63 |
| 2010 | 69 |
| 2011 | 55 |
| 2012 | 68 |
| 2013 | 90 |
| 2014 | 69 |
| 2015 | 74 |
| 2016 | 70 |
| 2017 | 74 |
| 2018 | 84 |
| 2019 | 90 |
| 2020 | 98 |
| 2021 | 101 |
| 2022 | 122 |
| 2023 | 122 |
| 2024 | 96 |