What does Cyrah mean and where does it come from?
The name Cyrah is of Persian origin and is derived from the name Cyrus (بزرگ). It has historical roots, famously associated with Cyrus the Great, founder of the Achaemenid Empire in Persia. In modern times, Cyrah is relatively uncommon as a given name, making it distinctive. Its connotations of ligh
Cultural significance
Cyrah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Persian-speaking communities, where it reflects values of sun.
Peak popularity
Reached #6924 in 2001 — currently #9760 in the US.
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Browse names →What middle names flow best with Cyrah?
Cyrah works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Cyrah Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Cyrah Rose
Floral · soft ending
Cyrah Mae
Sweet · timeless
Cyrah Claire
French influence · crisp
Cyrah Jane
Literary · strong
Cyrah Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Cyrah right now?
Rising fast — up 4222 spots — currently #9760 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2023 | #9760 | 10 | ▲ up 4222 · +67% births |
| 2022 | #13982 | 6 | ▼ down 3074 · -40% births |
| 2010 | #10908 | 10 | ▼ down 251 |
| 2005 | #10657 | 10 | ▼ down 52 · +11% births |
| 2000 | #10605 | 9 | — |
The story of Cyrah
Cyrah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1996. With 216 total births recorded, Cyrah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10605 in 2000 to #9760 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Cyrah in 2001:
Cyrah by decade
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1990s | 34 | |
| 2000s ★ | 120 | |
| 2010s | 62 | |
💎Cyrah has only 216 total recorded births since 1996 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Cyrah?
What names sound and feel like Cyrah?
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Common questions about the name Cyrah
What does the name Cyrah mean?
Cyrah means "sun" — a name rooted in Persian tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Cyrah?
Cyrah is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Cyrah have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Cyrah?
Cyrah originates from Persian tradition. Persian names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Cyrah trending right now?
Cyrah is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.
Is Cyrah a common or rare name?
Cyrah is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.