Ciro Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ciro is a name of Persian origin, derived from 'Kūrush', meaning sun or throne. It evolved through various languages, including Latin and Italian. The name is associated with leadership and strength, particularly due to its historical connections to Cyrus the Great. In the biblical context, it is linked to the figure who allowed the Israelites to return home. Ciro is a respected name today, recognized for its noble connotations.
The name Ciro is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ciro has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Ciro' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1861st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1615th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1740th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2007th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2665th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3546th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3492nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Ciro' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ciro"
Pronunciation
/ˈsiːroʊ/
Origin
Persian
Etymology
The name Ciro is derived from the Persian name 'Kūrush', which is believed to mean 'sun' or 'throne'. It is also associated with Cyrus the Great, the founder of the Achaemenid Empire in Persia.
Meaning
Sun, throne
Language Evolution
Kūrush (Old Persian), Cyrus (Latin), Ciro (Italian/Spanish)
Biblical Background
Ciro is the Italian and Spanish form of Cyrus, who is mentioned in the Bible as a ruler who allowed the Israelites to return to their homeland.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the ancient world due to Cyrus the Great's prominence and continued to be used in various cultures throughout history.
Variants & Derivatives
Cyrus, Ciro, Cyril
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Ciro is viewed as a classic and strong name, often associated with nobility and leadership.
Famous People
Ciro Immobile, Italian footballer, Ciro Menotti, Italian revolutionary, Ciro de Luca, Italian photographer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ciro"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ciro"
"Ciro" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1861st of 7545 | 282 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1615th of 6773 | 347 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1740th of 7552 | 385 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2007th of 10718 | 347 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2665th of 16616 | 368 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3546th of 24088 | 430 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3492nd of 23106 | 383 |
Regional Popularity of "Ciro" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
46.19% 637th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
38.37% 597th/1556 |
69.06% 1625th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
30.91% 751st/2430 |
50.61% 1444th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
29.72% 1035th/3483 |
45.17% 1589th/3518 |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
38.91% 1741st/4475 |
35.93% 1866th/5194 |
30.25% 1911th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
62.37% 3221st/5164 |
34.47% 2521st/7313 |
34.95% 2608th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
69.69% 3127th/4487 |
38.99% 2660th/6822 |
42.94% 2695th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Ciro" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ciro"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ciro" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.