How Many People Are Named Cyrena?

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

Cyrena
Very Rare
Greek

Cyrena has a very classic feel but is actually quite rare, with only 726 people alive in the U.S. today. It's 1 in 454,775 and it peaked way back in 1993 with 29 births. And surprisingly, most folks named Cyrena are over 30 now.

~726
Living in US
1 in 454,775
Americans
1993
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
From Cyrene, a region in ancient Libya associated with a mythological nymph
🌐
Origin
Greek
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 3
Personality Traits
Independent Bold Creative
3
Life Path Number

The number 3 is traditionally associated with creativity, self-expression, and social energy. People connected to this number tend to be communicative, optimistic, and drawn to artistic or expressive pursuits.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

805
Worldwide Bearers
#288,270
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
650
🇨🇦 Canada
38
🇲🇾 Malaysia
28
🇯🇲 Jamaica
22
🇬🇧 England
14
🇧🇷 Brazil
8
🇭🇰 Hong Kong
7
🇱🇨 Saint Lucia
5
🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago
3
🇱🇷 Liberia
3

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
726 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 45
226
Would be under 30 (27%)
431
Would be 30–60 (52%)
165
Would be over 60 (20%)

All 822 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: 1993

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
85
Classic Feel
37
Modern Appeal
63
International
81

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

📜 Cyrena Through the Generations

The name Cyrena carries a timeless charm yet remains a rarity, with just 805 people worldwide sharing this moniker. In the U.S., it's even more uncommon, with only 726 living bearers. The stark contrast between the 822 total births and the current 726 living individuals underscores its decline. Interestingly, the peak year was 1993, when 29 babies were given this name, highlighting a brief surge in popularity. Today, the age distribution shows a significant skew towards older adults, with 226 under 30, 431 aged 30-60, and 165 over 60. This trend suggests a generational shift, as the name's popularity waned after its peak, leaving behind a legacy primarily among older generations.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 41
New York 5

✨ Similar Names to Cyrena

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Cyrena's Greek roots

📄 About the Name Cyrena

How Many People Have the Name Cyrena?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 726 people in the United States currently share the name Cyrena. That works out to roughly 1 in every 454,775 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Cyrena a Common or Rare Name?

Cyrena 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 Cyrena Mean?

Cyrena means "From Cyrene, a region in ancient Libya associated with a mythological nymph" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Cyrena Most Popular?

The name Cyrena reached peak popularity in 1993, with 29 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

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 Cyrena?

Approximately 726 people named Cyrena live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 822. That works out to roughly 1 in 454,775 Americans.

Is Cyrena a rare name?

Cyrena is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 454,775 Americans has this name.

What does the name Cyrena mean?

Cyrena means "From Cyrene, a region in ancient Libya associated with a mythological nymph" and comes from Greek origins.

Is Cyrena more male or female?

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

When was Cyrena most popular?

Cyrena peaked in 1993 with 29 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

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 US726
All-Time Births822
1 in X1 in 454,775
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age45
Peak Year1993
World Rank#288,270
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.