Cyrus

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Meaning

Sun

Origin

Persian

Global Spellings

Arabic سايروس
Urdu سائرس
Persian کوروش
Bengali সাইরাস
Pashto سائرس

Alternate Spellings

If you are looking for a strong and significant name for your son, Cyrus is a standout choice. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Sun', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

In Persian culture, names are more than labels; they are prayers. Cyrus is widely respected for its positive connotations. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Cyrus was the founder of the Achaemenid Persian Empire. Some modern scholars have speculatively linked him to Dhul-Qarnayn, the righteous ruler described in the Quran (18:83-98), though this identification is debated and not part of traditional consensus.