Cyrena

“from Cyrene” — Associated with wisdom and philosophical thought due to the promin

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#12419US 2023

7Births / yr

↑Rising

814All-time births

📅 Since 190000

How to pronounce Cyrena

kir·EE·nuh

/kɪr.ˈiː.nə/ · stress on EE · 3 syllables

“from Cyrene”

Associated with wisdom and philosophical thought due to the promin · Greece origin

What does Cyrena mean and where does it come from?

Cyrena has its origins in ancient Greek, referring to the ancient city of Cyrene in present-day Libya. The name denotes a geographical connection and carries historical weight associated with wisdom and philosophical thought due to the prominence of Cyrene in ancient history. In modern times, it has

Cultural significance

Cyrena has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of from cyrene.

Peak popularity

Reached #1901 in 1900 — currently #12419 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Cyrena?

Cyrena works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Cyrena Grace

How popular is Cyrena right now?

Rising fast — up 2658 spots — currently #12419 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1900–2023#12419 · Top 9.2%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#12419	7	▲ up 2658 · +40% births
2020	#15077	5	▼ down 4099 · -44% births
2005	#10978	9	▼ down 4463 · -44% births
2000	#6515	16	▼ down 2395 · -36% births
1995	#4120	25	▲ up 6149 · +257% births
1990	#10269	7	▼ down 5962 · -61% births
1985	#4307	18	▼ down 130
1980	#4177	18	▲ up 1040 · +64% births
1975	#5217	11	▼ down 681 · -8% births
1970	#4536	12	▲ up 844 · +71% births
1965	#5380	7	▲ up 429 · +17% births
1960	#5809	6	▼ down 484
1955	#5325	6	▼ down 471
1950	#4854	6	▼ down 129 · +20% births
1945	#4725	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Cyrena

Best Year1900Rank #1901

Peak Count25

Average Rank#6317

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1900 - 202318 years

The story of Cyrena

Cyrena has been a beloved American name for over 124 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1900. With 814 total births recorded, Cyrena remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1901 in 1900, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12419 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Cyrena in 1900:

Mary Helen Anna Margaret Ruth

Cyrena by decade

Cyrena peaked in the 1900s. See all 1900s names →

Decade	Births
1900s	6
1910s	11
1920s	24
1930s	23
1940s	22
1950s	49
1960s	65
1970s	104
1980s	161
1990s ★	206
2000s	96
2010s	42
2020s	5

💎Cyrena has only 814 total recorded births since 1900 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Cyrena?

Common

CyrCyrenCyrenieCyrenyEna

What names sound and feel like Cyrena?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Cyrena also consider these

Cylena

English · heavenly

Cyrenna

American · from Cyrene, a

American · the place of

Cerena

American · Cerena is possibly

Common questions about the name Cyrena

What does the name Cyrena mean?

Cyrena means "from Cyrene" — a name rooted in Greece 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 Cyrena?

Cyrena is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Cyrena have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Cyrena?

Cyrena originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Cyrena?

Cyrena is a three-syllable name pronounced K IH0 R IY1 N AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Cyrena?

Cyrena pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.