Rising since 1987, #4,396 for boys today.
Popularity of Cyprian since 1915
Babies named Cyprian per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 9 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 25 |
| 2000s | 100 |
| 2010s | 128 |
| 2020s | 102 |
Meaning & origin
Cyprian is a name of ancient Christian lineage, rooted in the Latin Cyprianus and Greek Kyprianos, meaning 'from Cyprus.' Its most famous historical bearer is Saint Cyprian of Carthage, a third-century bishop and martyr. In the United States, the name has been recorded since 1915, but it has never been common. Its rank in 2025 was 4,396, and its 1-in-74,264 frequency reflects its rarity. After a long period of obscurity, the name began rising again in 1987, and 2025 marks its highest recorded popularity, though it remains an uncommon choice. The name has not been concentrated in any single state. Cyprian appeals to parents who value classical and religious heritage, fitting alongside other revived Latin names.
Derived from the Latin Cyprianus, itself from the Greek Kyprianos, meaning 'from Cyprus.' The name was borne by several early Christian saints, most notably Saint Cyprian of Carthage, a third-century bishop and martyr. It came into occasional use in England during the Middle Ages, largely as a religious name, and saw a modest revival among English Puritans.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cy, Cyp
Variants: Cyprianus, Cyprien
Sibling names for Cyprian
Names that share Cyprian's style, for a brother or sister.
