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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Lordly, from the Greek word for "lord" or "master"
- Origin
- Greek (via Latin)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- SIR-il
Cyril (pronounced SIR-il) is a Greek name that came into English by way of Latin. It means "lordly," from the Greek word for "lord" or "master." It's a name with a classic, old-world sound that you rarely hear on a playground today.
Meaning & Origin of Cyril
Meaning: Lordly, from the Greek word for "lord" or "master".
Origin: Greek (via Latin).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Cyril
SIR-il
Popularity of Cyril
Cyril peaked in 1902, when it ranked #263 with 50 babies given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #2997, with 41 babies, so it's still in use but quite uncommon.
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FAQ
What does the name Cyril mean?
Lordly, from the Greek word for “lord” or “master”. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Cyril?
Cyril is pronounced SIR-il.
Is Cyril a popular name right now?
Cyril peaked at #263 in 1902 and is ranked #2997 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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