Cyan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cyan is a name derived from the Greek word 'kyanos,' meaning 'dark blue' or 'blue-green.' It evolved from Ancient Greek to its modern form in English, representing a color that symbolizes creativity and tranquility. The name does not have biblical relevance and gained popularity in the late 20th century alongside the rise of digital design. Common variants include Cyanne and Ciana.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cyan"
Pronunciation
/ˈsaɪ.ən/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Cyan is derived from the Greek word 'kyanos,' which means 'dark blue' or 'blue-green.' It is often associated with the color cyan in modern contexts.
Meaning
a greenish-blue color
Language Evolution
Kyanos (Ancient Greek), Cyanus (Latin), Cyan (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Cyan began to see popularity in the late 20th century, particularly with the rise of digital art and design, where the color cyan became a standard in color palettes.
Variants & Derivatives
Cyanne, Ciana
Modern Popularity & Image
Cyan is perceived as a refreshing and vibrant color, often associated with creativity and tranquility, and has gained popularity in various artistic and design fields.
Famous People
Cyan K. Blue (artist), Cyan D. Green (fashion designer)
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Boy Name Trend
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✨ Cyan Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 98 peak births in 1998
Geographic Spread
Popular across 11 US states, with strongest presence in Colorado
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cyan"
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 "Cyan"
"Cyan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 8171st of 24088 | 124 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4750th of 23106 | 246 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 15632nd of 27321 | 36 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3055th of 35406 | 821 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6135th of 30306 | 240 |
Regional Popularity of "Cyan" by Generation for Male 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) |
- | - | - |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
63.97% 4364th/6822 |
57.33% 3598th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Cyan" 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) |
82.43% 3777th/4582 |
50.74% 2620th/5164 |
48.94% 3579th/7313 |
38.35% 2862nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
84.00% 5272nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cyan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cyan" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Cyan" in the United States
The name Cyan is most popular in Colorado, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cyan has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Cyan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8171st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4750th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15632nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3055th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6135th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cyan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.