Cyprus
Pronunciation: [ s-EYEPR-uhs ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Cyprus first appeared in US Social Security records in 2006.
Over 21 babies have been named Cyprus in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cyprus is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,448 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,448
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cyprus
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About the Name Cyprus
Cyprus is a girl name .
Is Cyprus a boy or girl name? Cyprus is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #36,448 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #4,267. Cyprus is more commonly used as a boy name.
Cyprus is currently ranked #36,448 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cyprus include Cyp, Cypr, Cypry, Cyprie, Cyy, Cyie, and Cypkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Cyprus include Cypress . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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