Cyril
Cyril: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsɪɹəl/ · /ˈsaɪɹəl/
Meaning and origin of Cyril
- A male given name from Ancient Greek; best known for a ninth century missionary to the Slavs.
Etymology
Via Late Latin Cȳrillus, from Ancient Greek Κύριλλος (Kúrillos), from κύριος (kúrios, “lord, master”).
How popular is Cyril?
Since 1880, 97 girls and 12,034 boys in the U.S. have been named Cyril (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2600 in 1913. Its highest rank for boys was #263 in 1902. In 2025, 38 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Cyril FAQ
What does the name Cyril mean?
A male given name from Ancient Greek; best known for a ninth century missionary to the Slavs. Via Late Latin Cȳrillus, from Ancient Greek Κύριλλος (Kúrillos), from κύριος (kúrios, “lord, master”).
What is the origin of the name Cyril?
Cyril is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Cyril?
Since 1880, 97 girls and 12,034 boys in the U.S. have been named Cyril (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2600 in 1913. Its highest rank for boys was #263 in 1902. In 2025, 38 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Cyril a boy or girl name?
Cyril is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 97 girls and 12,034 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.