"blue-green color"
Origin: Greek via English
Language: English
Cyan
Pronunciation: [ s-eye-AN ]
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The color of tropical waters and clear skies
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Meaning & Origin
"from kyanos, meaning dark blue or lapis lazuli"
Origin: Ancient Greek
Language: Greek
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- Associated with the 'Among Us' video game character (since 2018) — popular game may date the name for some parents
The Story of Cyan
Cyan comes from the Greek 'kyanos,' meaning 'dark blue' or 'lapis lazuli blue.' In the color spectrum, cyan sits between blue and green — the color of tropical waters and clear summer skies. The word entered English through printing and design, where cyan is one of the four CMYK printing colors (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Key/Black). As a name, Cyan belongs to the growing trend of color-as-name, following Violet, Scarlett, and Indigo.
Cyan has risen as a name alongside the broader trend of color names and nature names for girls. The 2018 viral game 'Among Us' gave the name additional cultural recognition (Cyan is a playable character), though this association is generational. For parents who love its aquamarine sound, Cyan offers a distinctive alternative to more common color names.
Color names for children have been used across many cultures — Sanskrit 'Nila' (blue), Japanese 'Ai' (indigo), Welsh 'Glas' (blue-green). Cyan represents the modern Western version of this ancient practice, connecting a child's name to the natural world through color.
Historical Record
Cyan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1986.
Over 1,097 babies have been named Cyan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cyan is past its peak , currently ranked #6,324 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Cyan is one of the three subtractive primary colors in color printing (alongside Magenta and Yellow)
- In 'Among Us,' the viral online game, Cyan is one of the ten crewmate colors — making it instantly recognizable to gamers
- The ancient Egyptians used the mineral azurite to make a pigment similar to cyan
Cyan in Other Languages
Greek
Κυανός
French
Cyan
Chinese
青色 (Qīngsè)
Spanish
Cian
Japanese
シアン
Popularity Over Time
#6,324
Current Rank
Rising
Trend
Peaked 1998
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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American video game developer known for creating the iconic Myst series — the company's name reflects the color's associ...
American video game developer known for creating the iconic Myst series — the company's name reflects the color's association with otherworldly, mysterious spaces
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Cyan (Among Us character) Fictional
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A playable character in the viral 2018 multiplayer game Among Us, one of ten colored crewmates on a spaceship
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #6,324
- Total SSA Count
- 19
- Cultural Origins
- Modern/Western English-speaking
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Cy
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cyan
What does the name Cyan mean?
"blue-green color" (from Greek via English). "from kyanos, meaning dark blue or lapis lazuli" (from Ancient Greek). Cyan comes from the Greek 'kyanos,' meaning 'dark blue' or 'lapis lazuli blue.' In the color spectrum, cyan sits between blue and green — the color of tropical waters and clear summer skies. The word entered English through printing and design, where cyan is one of the four CMYK printing colors (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Key/Black). As a name, Cyan belongs to the growing trend of color-as-name, following Violet, Scarlett, and Indigo.
What is the origin of the name Cyan?
Cyan has Greek via English, Ancient Greek, Modern/Western, and English-speaking origins. In Greek via English, it means "blue-green color". In Ancient Greek, it means "from kyanos, meaning dark blue or lapis lazuli".
Is Cyan a boy or girl name?
Cyan is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #6324. As a boy name, it is ranked #3022. Cyan is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Cyan?
Cyan is pronounced s-eye-AN.
How popular is the name Cyan?
Cyan is currently ranked #6324 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Cyan?
Popular middle name pairings include Cyan Rose, Cyan Grace, Cyan Belle, Cyan Skye, Cyan Jade, Cyan Rain, and Cyan Violet.
What are good sibling names for Cyan?
Names that pair well with Cyan as siblings include Scarlett, Violet, Indigo, Sage, Azure, Lyric, and Onyx.
How many syllables does Cyan have?
Cyan has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Cyan a common or rare name?
Cyan is an uncommon name, ranked #6324 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Cyan
Cyan is a girl name with Modern/Western and English-speaking origins . The name means "blue-green color" in Greek via English .
Is Cyan a boy or girl name? Cyan is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #6,324 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #3,022. Cyan is more commonly used as a boy name.
Cyan is currently ranked #6,324 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Cyan has 2 syllables and is pronounced s-eye-AN, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Cyan include Cy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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