Cyril vs Oliver

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
Nicknames
Cy

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Cyril Rank #3,001
Oliver Rank #3

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #3001 for Cyril.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cyril ___

  • Cyril James
  • Cyril Thomas
  • Cyril Augustus
  • Cyril Edward
  • Cyril Louis
  • Cyril Patrick

Oliver ___

  • Oliver James
  • Oliver Thomas
  • Oliver William
  • Oliver Henry
  • Oliver John
  • Oliver Benjamin

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cyril

Basil Crispin Edmund Winifred Cordelia

If you choose Oliver

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Amelia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cyril or Oliver more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Cyril at #3001 in the United States.

What do Cyril and Oliver mean?

Cyril means "lordly, masterful" (Greek origin). Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Cyril and Oliver boy or girl names?

Cyril is primarily a boy name. Oliver is primarily a boy name.

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