Pete 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

Pete Rank #3,090
Cyril Rank #3,001

Cyril is more popular, ranked #3001 vs #3090 for Pete.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pete or Cyril more popular?

Cyril is more popular, ranked #3001 compared to Pete at #3090 in the United States.

What do Pete and Cyril mean?

Pete means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Cyril means "lordly, masterful" (Greek origin).

Are Pete and Cyril boy or girl names?

Pete is primarily a boy name. Cyril is primarily a boy name.

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