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Cyprian Pronunciation

Cyprian is pronounced SIP-ree-ən /ˈsɪp.ri.ən/High

Meaning: From Latin Cyprianus, 'from Cyprus' (the Mediterranean island, sacred to Aphrodite/Venus)Medium

In 30 seconds: From Cyprus: Cyprian is Latin 'of Cyprus' — the island of Aphrodite. Scholarly, classic, and warm (St Cyprian).

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Origin MediumLatin, Greek

MeaningFrom Latin Cyprianus, 'from Cyprus' (the Mediterranean island, sacred to Aphrodite/Venus)

U.S. rank (2024)#5083 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births19 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 361

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Cyprian comes from Latin Cyprianus, 'from Cyprus' — the Mediterranean island long associated with Aphrodite/Venus (and prized for copper, cuprum). Borne by St Cyprian of Carthage, an early Christian bishop and writer. A scholarly, classic name.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, from-Cyprus at the root, and scholarly.

Did you know? Cyprian means 'from Cyprus' (the Mediterranean island sacred to Aphrodite/Venus, Latin Cyprianus) — borne by St Cyprian, an early Church Father; scholarly and classic.

Overall data confidence 75%

Behind the Name — Cyprian — etymology

Variations

CyprienCiprianoCyprianus

Nicknames

Cyp

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Cyprian?

Cyprian is pronounced SIP-ree-ən (/ˈsɪp.ri.ən/). Press play above to hear Cyprian said aloud.

How do you say Cyprian?

Cyprian is said SIP-ree-ən (/ˈsɪp.ri.ən/). Press play above to hear Cyprian said aloud.

What does the name Cyprian mean?

Cyprian is Latin for 'from Cyprus' (the island sacred to Aphrodite).

Is Cyprian a boy or girl name?

Cyprian is a boy's name.

How popular is Cyprian?

Cyprian is a rare name in the U.S.