Cyrus Name Meaning & Origin
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The name Cyrus originates from the Old Persian name 'Kūrush,' which was the name of the founder of the Achaemenid Empire, Cyrus the Great. It has been used historically in Persia (modern Iran) and spread to the Western world through historical texts and figures. The name means 'like the sun' or 'throne' in Old Persian.
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Iranian (Persian) 85% -
American (Anglo-American) 10% -
Greek (Hellenic) 5%
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Name Details
- First Name: Cyrus
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Unisex
Famous People Named Cyrus
Famous individuals named Cyrus include Cyrus the Great, the founder of the Persian Empire; Miley Cyrus, an American singer and actress; and Cyrus Vance, an American diplomat and politician.
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Cyrus Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 5
People with this name tend to be: Adventurous, freedom-loving and versatile.