Shayan vs Syrus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Syrus

Boy #1,724 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sun, sunshine"

Origin: Old Persian khur

Cultural Roots

Persian American Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,724
Total SSA Count
96
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Shayan Rank #1,749
Syrus Rank #1,724

Syrus is more popular, ranked #1724 vs #1749 for Shayan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shayan or Syrus more popular?

Syrus is more popular, ranked #1724 compared to Shayan at #1749 in the United States.

What do Shayan and Syrus mean?

Shayan means "worthy, deserving" (Persian origin). Syrus means "sun, sunshine" (Old Persian khur origin).

Are Shayan and Syrus boy or girl names?

Shayan is primarily a boy name. Syrus is primarily a boy name.

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