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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Swan
- Origin
- Latin (from Greek kyknos)
- Pronunciation
- SIG-nus
Cygnus (SIG-nus) is a Latin name that comes from the Greek word kyknos, and it means "swan." It's short, easy to say, and has a clear, concrete meaning you can explain to anyone who asks.
Meaning & Origin of Cygnus
Meaning: Swan.
Origin: Latin (from Greek kyknos).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Cygnus
SIG-nusIPA /ˈsɪɡnəs/
Popularity of Cygnus
Cygnus does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
FAQ
What does the name Cygnus mean?
Swan. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Cygnus?
Cygnus is pronounced SIG-nus (IPA: /ˈsɪɡnəs/).
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