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Tom 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

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Popularity Comparison

Tom Rank #2,829
Cyril Rank #3,001

Tom is more popular, ranked #2829 vs #3001 for Cyril.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tom or Cyril more popular?

Tom is more popular, ranked #2829 compared to Cyril at #3001 in the United States.

What do Tom and Cyril mean?

Tom means "twin" (Aramaic origin). Cyril means "lordly, masterful" (Greek origin).

Are Tom and Cyril boy or girl names?

Tom is primarily a boy name. Cyril is primarily a boy name.

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