Kyro

♂ Boy

Pronounced KY-roh /ˈkaɪ.roʊ/High

Meaning: Variant of Cyrus, from Greek Kyros which may derive from Persian Kūruš meaning 'sun' or 'like the sun,' or from Greek kyrios meaning 'lord'; used as a modern creative given name variantMedium

In 30 seconds: Kyro is a bold, modern variant of Cyrus — the great Persian king whose name means 'sun' or 'lord.' Two syllables of ancient power with a fresh, modern K-spelling.

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Origin MediumGreek, Persian, American

MeaningVariant of Cyrus, from Greek Kyros which may derive from Persian Kūruš meaning 'sun' or 'like the sun,' or from Greek kyrios meaning 'lord'; used as a modern creative given name variant

U.S. rank (2025)#611 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births463 boys (0.03% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2025

Total births (all-time)≈ 2,975

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Kyro is a modern variant of Cyrus (Greek Kyros), which derives from the Old Persian name Kūruš, possibly meaning 'sun' or 'young' or related to a word meaning 'far-sighted.' The name was borne by Cyrus the Great, founder of the Persian Empire, and by Cyrus the Younger. The K-spelling Kyro modernizes the classical name.

Kyro as a standalone given name has emerged in the United States in the 21st century, appealing to parents who like the sound and heritage of Cyrus but prefer the more distinctive K-spelling. It also evokes Cairo, the Egyptian capital, adding a geographical dimension.

Did you know? Cyrus the Great (c. 600–530 BC) founded the Achaemenid Persian Empire, issued the Cyrus Cylinder — considered by many historians the world's first declaration of human rights — and is the only non-Israelite to be called 'Messiah' in the Hebrew Bible (Isaiah 45:1).

Overall data confidence 76%

Behind the Name — Cyrus — Persian-Greek etymologyU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

CyrusCyroCairo

Nicknames

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If you like Kyro…

Cyrus— the classical Greek-Persian form from which Kyro derives

Cairo— similar sound and geography — the Egyptian capital with the same -ro ending

Kylan— fellow modern Ky- boys' name with the same contemporary two-syllable energy

Dario— two-syllable Italian-Persian boys' name with similar ancient world resonance

Frequently Asked

What does the name Kyro mean?

Kyro is a variant of Cyrus, from Greek Kyros derived from Old Persian Kūruš, possibly meaning 'sun,' 'lord,' or 'far-sighted.'

How do you pronounce Kyro?

It is said KY-roh — two syllables with stress on the first.

Is Kyro a boy or girl name?

Kyro is used exclusively as a boys' name.

How popular is Kyro?

Kyro is an uncommon modern name in the U.S., chosen by parents who want the ancient Cyrus heritage in a fresh, modern form.