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Cyril

“Lordly, masterful”

SEER-il Greek origin 5 letters 2 syllables
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Cyril

Lordly, masterful

Greek

Name Details & Attributes

Meanings

Lord Master

Origin

Religion

Themes

Personality Traits

Syllables

2

About this name

Cyril is an elegant, vintage Greek name meaning 'lordly'. Favored by early saints and scholars, it has an aristocratic, intellectual, and slightly dusty charm ripe for revival.

It means "Lordly, masterful." Cyril has a popularity score of 45 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s. It is pronounced SEER-il. It is traditionally associated with Christianity. It is associated with themes of Nobility and History. Its listed personality traits are Masterful and Cultured. It has 2 syllables and 5 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Cyrus and Cecil.

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What does the name Cyril mean?

The name Cyril means "Lordly, masterful."

What origin is the name Cyril?

Cyril is of Greek origin.

Is Cyril a boy or girl name?

Cyril is traditionally a boy's name.

How do you pronounce Cyril?

Cyril is pronounced SEER-il.

Is Cyril popular?

Cyril has a popularity score of 45 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s.

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