A 1900s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Ciro since 1907
Babies named Ciro per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2024, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Ciro's real moment was 1907.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 6 |
| 1910s | 102 |
| 1920s | 227 |
| 1930s | 180 |
| 1940s | 184 |
| 1950s | 207 |
| 1960s | 215 |
| 1970s | 220 |
| 1980s | 202 |
| 1990s | 247 |
| 2000s | 305 |
| 2010s | 230 |
| 2020s | 262 |
Meaning & origin
Ciro is a name with deep classical roots, tracing back to the Greek Kyros and famously linked to Cyrus the Great, the ancient Persian king. In the U.S., its modern usage has been on a rising trajectory since 2012, with a rank of 2884 in 2025 and a frequency of about 1 in 39723 births. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1907, which remains its peak year historically. Today, Ciro is most common in Florida and Texas, reflecting its popularity among Italian and Hispanic communities. Its revival in the 1900s decade makes it a distinctive choice that balances historical resonance with contemporary appeal.
Ciro is the Italian and Spanish form of the ancient Greek name Kyros, which was borne by Cyrus the Great, the founder of the Persian Empire. The meaning of Kyros is debated, possibly deriving from the Persian word for 'throne' or 'sun,' or from the Greek word 'kyrios' meaning 'lord.' The name has been used in Italy since the Renaissance and remains common in Italian-speaking regions, often associated with the saint San Ciro.
Where Ciro is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Ciro” around the world
Where Ciro lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Sibling names for Ciro
Names that share Ciro's style, for a brother or sister.
