Syris

♂ Boy

Pronounced SY-riss /ˈsaɪ.rɪs/Medium

Meaning: Y-spelling echoing Cyrus — from Old Persian Kurush, possibly 'sun' or 'lord'; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Sleek and modern: Syris echoes Cyrus — possibly 'sun' or 'lord' — with a bold Sy-. Crisp, regal, and warm.

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Origin LowAmerican, Persian

MeaningY-spelling echoing Cyrus — from Old Persian Kurush, possibly 'sun' or 'lord'; routes layered

U.S. rank (2025)#5821 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births16 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2019

Total births (all-time)≈ 367

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Syris is a Y-spelling echoing Cyrus — from Old Persian Kurush, possibly 'sun', 'lord', or 'young' (the etymology is debated, which we note) — the great king Cyrus. A sleek, modern, regal name; the Sy- styling personalizes it.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, sun-or-lord at the (debated) root, and sleek.

Did you know? Cyrus (Old Persian Kurush) — the great king — is possibly 'sun' or 'lord' (the etymology debated); Syris is a sleek, modern Y-spelling echoing it.

Overall data confidence 50%

Behind the Name — Cyrus — etymology debated

Variations

CyrusCyrisSirus

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Syris mean?

Syris echoes Cyrus — possibly 'sun' or 'lord'; the etymology is debated.

How do you pronounce Syris?

It's said SY-riss /ˈsaɪ.rɪs/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Syris a boy or girl name?

Syris is a boy's name.

How popular is Syris?

Syris is a rare, recent name in the U.S.