Cyrene

“sovereign”

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#13819US 2023

6Births / yr

↓Falling

183All-time births

📅 Since 191200

How to pronounce Cyrene

SEYE·run·AY

/ˈsaɪ.rən.ˈeɪ/ · stress on SEYE · 3 syllables

“sovereign”

Greece origin · Girl name

What does Cyrene mean and where does it come from?

Cyrene originates from an ancient city in North Africa that was a prominent center of Greek culture. The name's historical significance is tied to Cyrene's role as a city known for its education and philosophy. In Greek mythology, Cyrene was a huntress who caught the attention of Apollo. The name re

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #3323 in 1912 — currently #13819 in the US.

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How else can you spell Cyrene?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Syrene

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Cyrene?

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

Cyrene Grace

How popular is Cyrene right now?

Falling — down 3971 spots — currently #13819 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#13819 · Top 10%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#13819	6	▼ down 3971 · -40% births
2022	#9848	10	▲ up 2641 · +43% births
2021	#12489	7	▼ down 4547 · -46% births
2020	#7942	13	▲ up 1578 · +18% births
2015	#9520	11	▲ up 5542 · +83% births
2010	#15062	6	▲ up 1532 · +20% births
2005	#16594	5	▼ down 8941 · -37% births
1985	#7653	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Cyrene

Best Year1985Rank #7653

Peak Count13

Average Rank#11616

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1985 - 20238 years

The story of Cyrene

Cyrene entered American naming records in 1912 and has been in use for over 112 years. With 183 total births recorded, Cyrene remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7653 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13819 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Cyrene in 1912:

Mary Helen Dorothy Margaret Ruth

Cyrene by decade

Cyrene peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	10
1920s	5
1960s	6
1970s	7
1980s	19
1990s	12
2000s	34
2010s ★	77
2020s	13

💎Cyrene has only 183 total recorded births since 1912 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Cyrene?

Common

CyrCyrenCyrenieCyrenyEne

What names sound and feel like Cyrene?

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

Greece · maiden, girl

Common questions about the name Cyrene

What does the name Cyrene mean?

Cyrene means "sovereign" — 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 Cyrene?

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

What is the cultural origin of Cyrene?

Cyrene 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 Cyrene?

Cyrene is a three-syllable name pronounced S AY1 R AH0 N EY1. 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 Cyrene?

Cyrene 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.