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Bennett vs Cyrus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cyrus

Boy #255 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sun, throne"

Origin: Old Persian

Cultural Roots

Persian Iranian English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#255
Total SSA Count
1,380
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Bennett Rank #60
Cyrus Rank #255

Bennett is more popular, ranked #60 vs #255 for Cyrus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bennett or Cyrus more popular?

Bennett is more popular, ranked #60 compared to Cyrus at #255 in the United States.

What do Bennett and Cyrus mean?

Bennett means "blessed" (Latin origin). Cyrus means "sun, throne" (Old Persian origin).

Are Bennett and Cyrus boy or girl names?

Bennett is primarily a boy name. Cyrus is primarily a boy name.

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