Cyrus vs Shepherd

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

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Popularity Comparison

Cyrus Rank #255
Shepherd Rank #311

Cyrus is more popular, ranked #255 vs #311 for Shepherd.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cyrus or Shepherd more popular?

Cyrus is more popular, ranked #255 compared to Shepherd at #311 in the United States.

What do Cyrus and Shepherd mean?

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

Are Cyrus and Shepherd boy or girl names?

Cyrus is primarily a boy name. Shepherd is primarily a boy name.

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