Silas 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

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Popularity Comparison

Silas Rank #81
Cyrus Rank #255

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 vs #255 for Cyrus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Silas or Cyrus more popular?

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 compared to Cyrus at #255 in the United States.

What do Silas and Cyrus mean?

Silas means "of the forest" (Latin (Silvanus) origin). Cyrus means "sun, throne" (Old Persian origin).

Are Silas and Cyrus boy or girl names?

Silas is primarily a boy name. Cyrus is primarily a boy name.

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