"lord, master"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
Kyriee
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A sacred Greek name meaning Lord with modern basketball fame
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Meaning & Origin
"lord have mercy (liturgical phrase)"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
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The Story of Kyriee
Kyriee is a creative spelling of Kyrie, from the Greek Kyrios meaning lord or master. The word is most famously known from the liturgical phrase Kyrie eleison (Lord, have mercy), used in Christian worship since the early church. The name gained secular prominence through NBA star Kyrie Irving.
The name Kyrie surged in the US largely due to NBA player Kyrie Irving, who became a household name after his Cleveland Cavaliers championship in 2016. The alternate spelling Kyriee emphasizes the name's modern, customized feel.
In Greek Orthodox and Catholic traditions, Kyrie is a sacred liturgical term. In American basketball culture, Kyrie Irving has made the name synonymous with exceptional skill and individualism.
Historical Record
Kyriee first appeared in US Social Security records in 2014.
Over 175 babies have been named Kyriee in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kyriee is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #4,177 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Kyrie eleison has been sung in Christian churches for over 1,600 years
- Kyrie Irving was the #1 NBA draft pick in 2011 and won an NBA championship in 2016
Kyriee in Other Languages
Greek
Kyrie
French
Kyrie
Italian
Kyrie
Russian
Kirie
Spanish
Kyrie
Popularity Over Time
#4,177
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Kyriee
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Kyrie Irving
Athlete
1992
NBA basketball player, 2016 NBA champion with Cleveland Cavaliers, known for exceptional ball-handling
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #4,177
- Total SSA Count
- 26
- Cultural Origins
- Greek American Christian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Ky
Ree
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kyriee
What does the name Kyriee mean?
"lord, master" (from Greek). "lord have mercy (liturgical phrase)" (from Greek). Kyriee is a creative spelling of Kyrie, from the Greek Kyrios meaning lord or master. The word is most famously known from the liturgical phrase Kyrie eleison (Lord, have mercy), used in Christian worship since the early church. The name gained secular prominence through NBA star Kyrie Irving.
What is the origin of the name Kyriee?
Kyriee has Greek, American, and Christian origins. In Greek, it means "lord, master". In Greek, it means "lord have mercy (liturgical phrase)".
Is Kyriee a boy or girl name?
Kyriee is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #4177. As a girl name, it is ranked #17968. Kyriee is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Kyriee?
Kyriee is currently ranked #4177 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Kyriee?
Common nicknames for Kyriee include Ree.
What are good middle names for Kyriee?
Popular middle name pairings include Kyriee James, Kyriee Anthony, Kyriee Michael, Kyriee Lee, Kyriee Andre, Kyriee Isaiah, and Kyriee Jordan.
What are good sibling names for Kyriee?
Names that pair well with Kyriee as siblings include Zion, Cairo, Aria, Genesis, Maverick, Nova, and Amen.
How many syllables does Kyriee have?
Kyriee has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Kyriee a common or rare name?
Kyriee is an uncommon name, ranked #4177 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Kyriee
Kyriee is a boy name with Greek, American, and Christian origins . The name means "lord, master" in Greek .
Is Kyriee a boy or girl name? Kyriee is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #4,177 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #17,968. Kyriee is more commonly used as a boy name.
Kyriee is currently ranked #4,177 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Kyriee has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Kyriee include Ky and Ree. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kyriee include Kyrie, Kyrin . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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