Rising since 2004, #3,583 for boys today.
Popularity of Cyprus since 2003
Babies named Cyprus per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 | 53 |
| 2010s | 10 | 94 |
| 2020s | 6 | 134 |
Meaning & origin
Cyprus is a rare place-name that entered U.S. usage in 2003 and has shown gradual growth. In 2024, it ranked 3,583rd, with an incidence of 1 in 55,099 births. The name has not recorded a peak year until 2025, suggesting rising interest. Its trajectory shows a steady climb since 2004, though it remains uncommon. No top states have yet emerged. As a modern coinage, Cyprus reflects parents' attraction to distinctive geographic names, similar to Rhodes or Cairo. Its association with the ancient copper-rich island gives it an exotic, historical feel.
Cyprus is a country name used as a given name, gaining limited usage in the United States since the early 2000s. The island's name derives from the Greek 'Kypros', meaning 'copper', as the island was a major source of copper in antiquity. As a personal name, it likely reflects a trend of place-name usage, particularly for boys.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cy
Sibling names for Cyprus
Names that share Cyprus's style, for a brother or sister.
