Cyrus vs Rowan

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

Rowan

Boy #71 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little red-haired one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#71
Total SSA Count
4,647
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cyrus Rank #255
Rowan Rank #71

Rowan is more popular, ranked #71 vs #255 for Cyrus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cyrus or Rowan more popular?

Rowan is more popular, ranked #71 compared to Cyrus at #255 in the United States.

What do Cyrus and Rowan mean?

Cyrus means "sun, throne" (Old Persian origin). Rowan means "little red-haired one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Cyrus and Rowan boy or girl names?

Cyrus is primarily a boy name. Rowan is primarily a boy name.

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