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Kyrillos

♂ Boy

Pronounced kih-RIL-oss /kɪˈrɪl.ɒs/Medium

Meaning: Kyrillos is the Greek form of Cyril, from Greek Kyrillos, a derivative of kyrios ('lord'). It is treasured in Coptic Orthodox tradition, borne by patriarchs and saints named Cyril. A documented heritage name; we note the Coptic/Greek route.Medium

In 30 seconds: A stately heritage name: Kyrillos is the Greek form of Cyril, from 'lord' (said 'kih-RIL-oss'). Cherished in Coptic tradition, which we note.
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Origin MediumGreek, Coptic
MeaningKyrillos is the Greek form of Cyril, from Greek Kyrillos, a derivative of kyrios ('lord'). It is treasured in Coptic Orthodox tradition, borne by patriarchs and saints named Cyril. A documented heritage name; we note the Coptic/Greek route.
U.S. rank (2024)#11720 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2013
Total births (all-time)≈ 247

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201319932024

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

As a boy's name, Kyrillos is the Greek form of Cyril, from kyrios ('lord'), long carried by saints such as Cyril of Alexandria and by Coptic patriarchs. A documented heritage name; we note the Coptic/Greek route (said 'kih-RIL-oss').

In the U.S. it appears rarely, mostly within Coptic and Greek families. Rare, historic, and dignified.

Did you know? Kyrillos is the original Greek behind Cyril — rooted in kyrios, 'lord' — and remains a beloved name in the Coptic Orthodox Church, borne by saints and patriarchs, which we note (said 'kih-RIL-oss').
Overall data confidence 58%
References — Kyrillos — Greek/Coptic form of Cyril, from kyrios 'lord'

Variations

CyrilKirillosCyrillus

Nicknames

KyriCy

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kyrillos mean?

Kyrillos is the Greek form of Cyril, from kyrios ('lord'); it is cherished in Coptic Orthodox tradition, which we note.

How do you pronounce Kyrillos?

It's said kih-RIL-oss /kɪˈrɪl.ɒs/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Kyrillos a boy or girl name?

Here Kyrillos is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Kyrillos?

Kyrillos is a rare name for boys in the U.S., seen mostly in Coptic and Greek families.

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