Cyrilla

Meaning & origin

Cyrilla is a rare and unusual feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1895, when it achieved its peak rank of #13,208. At the time, roughly 1 in 267,878 newborns were given the name, reflecting its scarcity. Since then, the name has been in steady decline, and its trajectory since 2021 shows continued falling usage. Unlike many turn-of-the-century names, Cyrilla has not experienced a revival; it remains a deeply obscure choice, likely encountered only in historical records or among families seeking a distinctive variant of Cyril. The name's etymology is debated, with connections to the Greek 'kyrios' (lord) or the Latin 'caelum' (heaven), but no single origin is definitively established. Because its top states are not recorded, its geographic distribution is unknown, but its low numbers suggest a sporadic presence across the country.

Cyrilla likely derives from Latin 'Cyrillus', itself from Greek 'Kyrillos', meaning 'lordly' or 'masterful'. It is a rare feminine form that appeared in the late 19th century, possibly influenced by Cyril or Cirilla. The name has never seen widespread use, with its highest rank at #13,208 in 1895, when it was first recorded.