Cyrus
Cyrus is a Muslim boy name meaning “Name of the founder of the Persian Empire”.
| Meaning | Name of the founder of the Persian Empire |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Old Persian |
| Arabic spelling | کوروش |
| Pronunciation | SY-rus |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Cyrus
Cyrus is the Greek and English form of the Old Persian Kūrush, the name of Cyrus the Great, who founded the Achaemenid Empire in the sixth century BCE. Its original meaning is debated; popular explanations such as 'sun' are not certain. In Iran the name is used as Kourosh, a symbol of national heritage.
Is Cyrus a Muslim name?
Yes, Cyrus (Kourosh) is used by many Muslim families in Iran, though it is a pre-Islamic Persian name rather than an Islamic one.
Where is the name Cyrus used?
Used in Iran as Kourosh and by Iranians abroad as Cyrus; also used in the West.
Gifts with the name Cyrus
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Cyrus mean?
Cyrus means 'Name of the founder of the Persian Empire'. It comes from Old Persian.
Is Cyrus a Muslim name?
Yes, Cyrus (Kourosh) is used by many Muslim families in Iran, though it is a pre-Islamic Persian name rather than an Islamic one.
How do you write Cyrus in Arabic?
Cyrus is written کوروش in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Cyrus?
Cyrus is pronounced SY-rus.