Bane vs Cyril

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cyril

Boy #3,001 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lordly, masterful"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Eastern European Greek Slavic Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,001
Total SSA Count
41
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Bane Rank #3,170
Cyril Rank #3,001

Cyril is more popular, ranked #3001 vs #3170 for Bane.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bane or Cyril more popular?

Cyril is more popular, ranked #3001 compared to Bane at #3170 in the United States.

What do Bane and Cyril mean?

Bane means "cause of death, ruin, poison" (Old English bana origin). Cyril means "lordly, masterful" (Greek origin).

Are Bane and Cyril boy or girl names?

Bane is primarily a boy name. Cyril is primarily a boy name.

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