Nathaniel 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

Popularity Comparison

Nathaniel Rank #144
Cyrus Rank #255

Nathaniel is more popular, ranked #144 vs #255 for Cyrus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nathaniel or Cyrus more popular?

Nathaniel is more popular, ranked #144 compared to Cyrus at #255 in the United States.

What do Nathaniel and Cyrus mean?

Nathaniel means "gift of God" (Hebrew origin). Cyrus means "sun, throne" (Old Persian origin).

Are Nathaniel and Cyrus boy or girl names?

Nathaniel is primarily a boy name. Cyrus is primarily a boy name.

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