How Many People Are Named Cyra?

Complete statistics for the name Cyra: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Cyra
Very Rare
Persian

Cyra has a very unique sound and is extremely rare, with only 858 people named Cyra living in the U.S. today. That's 1 in 384,763 Americans. It's also a modern name, with most bearers under 30.

~858
Living in US
1 in 384,763
Americans
2022
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Sun or throne, depending on the origin considered
🌐
Origin
Persian
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 2
Personality Traits
Gentle Intuitive Diplomatic Warm
2
Life Path Number

The life path number 2 is traditionally linked to cooperation, sensitivity, and harmony. People associated with this number tend to be natural peacemakers who thrive in partnerships and value balance in their relationships.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,986
Worldwide Bearers
#169,715
Global Rank
🇵🇭 Philippines
898
🇧🇷 Brazil
327
🇺🇸 United States
283
🇮🇩 Indonesia
205
🇩🇪 Germany
39
🇵🇰 Pakistan
28
🇬🇧 England
25
🇸🇳 Senegal
18
🇪🇸 Spain
16
🇨🇷 Costa Rica
15

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
858 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 17
731
Would be under 30 (84%)
136
Would be 30–60 (16%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 867 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2022

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
86
Classic Feel
12
Modern Appeal
100
International
89

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Cyra Through the Generations

The name Cyra has seen a rise in popularity, particularly in 2022 when 47 babies were born with this name. This contrasts sharply with the total births of 867 across all time, showing a significant increase in recent years. The fact that 84% of those named Cyra are under 30 makes it a distinctly modern choice. While the name is rare, the number of living people named Cyra in the U.S. is surprisingly high, considering its rarity. The age distribution also indicates a younger demographic, with no one over 60 currently bearing the name.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 72
Texas 15
New York 11
Illinois 6
Florida 5

✨ Similar Names to Cyra

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Cyra's Persian roots

📄 About the Name Cyra

How Many People Have the Name Cyra?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 858 people in the United States currently share the name Cyra. That works out to roughly 1 in every 384,763 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Cyra a Common or Rare Name?

Cyra is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Cyra Mean?

Cyra means "Sun or throne, depending on the origin considered" and comes from Persian origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 2.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Cyra in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Cyra Most Popular?

The name Cyra reached peak popularity in 2022, with 47 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Cyra?

Approximately 858 people named Cyra live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 867. That works out to roughly 1 in 384,763 Americans.

Is Cyra a rare name?

Cyra is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 384,763 Americans has this name.

What does the name Cyra mean?

Cyra means "Sun or throne, depending on the origin considered" and comes from Persian origins.

Is Cyra more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Cyra are male and 100% are female.

When was Cyra most popular?

Cyra peaked in 2022 with 47 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US858
All-Time Births867
1 in X1 in 384,763
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age17
Peak Year2022
World Rank#169,715
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.