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Syrus

♂ Boy

Pronounced SY-ruhs /ˈsaɪ.rəs/Medium

Meaning: A SyrianMedium

In 30 seconds: Syrus is a boy's name from Greek mythology with the meaning 'a Syrian'.
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Origin MediumGreek Mythology, Ancient Roman
MeaningA Syrian
U.S. rank (2024)#1724 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births96 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,989

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202319822024

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

History & Origin

Syrus traces to Greek mythology, where the name carries the sense 'a Syrian'. It is a modern-looking spelling of an old name, and the related forms Siro and Ashur show its ties to other Near Eastern naming traditions. The y gives it a sleeker look than more standard spellings.

The name's two syllables end on a strong -us, lending it a classical ring. Variations like Siro and Ashur connect it to broader Mediterranean and Mesopotamian roots.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Syrus is 'a Syrian', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 70%
Behind the Name - Syrus — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

Variations

SiroAshur

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Ashur— A related form grouped with Syrus from a neighboring naming tradition.
Cyrus— Shares Syrus's sound and -rus ending with a classical background.

Frequently Asked

What does the name Syrus mean?

Syrus is usually explained as meaning 'a Syrian' and is most often linked with Greek Mythology tradition.

How do you pronounce Syrus?

It's commonly said SY-ruhs /ˈsjr.us/.

Is Syrus a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Syrus is used as a boy name.

How popular is Syrus?

In 2024, Syrus ranked #1724 in the U.S. for boys, with 96 births recorded.