Ciro

The masculine name Ciro is an Italian and Spanish form of Cyrus, a Latinized version of the name Kyros (Κύρος), which originally comes from the ancient Persian Kurus (Kūruš). Directly translated into English, it means 'the gracious ruler over enemies' or also 'the far-sighted one' and 'the young man,' derived from the ancient Persian word Kūrush.

What does the name Ciro mean?

The masculine name Ciro is an Italian and Spanish form of Cyrus, a Latinized version of the name Kyros (Κύρος), which originally comes from the ancient Persian Kurus (Kūruš). Directly translated into English, it means 'the gracious ruler over enemies' or also 'the far-sighted one' and 'the young man,' derived from the ancient Persian word Kūrush or Kūruš (کوروش), which translates to 'foreseeing,' 'far-sighted,' and 'young.' Ciro can also be derived from the ancient Greek kýrios (κύριος), meaning 'the lord,' 'the master,' or 'the ruler.' In ancient times, however, the name was often interpreted as 'the sun' or 'like the sun,' with origins in the ancient Persian expressions kho or khur (خور) for 'the sun' and vash (وش) for 'may,' 'good,' or 'beautiful.' The name is particularly popular in the USA. Other variants include Korosch, Kourosh (Persian), Kurosh, Kurosch, Kurush, and Kurusch (Old Persian), Koresh (Hebrew), Cyr (French), Kir, Cirus, and Syrus. The feminine form is Kyra.

Where does the name Ciro come from?

Etymology Ciro is a masculine name of ancient Persian origin meaning 'the gracious ruler.' Ancient Greek Ancient Persian

How do you pronounce Ciro?

Sound & pronunciation of Ciro: Ciro is two syllables and melodically constructed. In pronunciation, it is 'Tschi-ro' [ˈtʃiːro] or [ˈsiːro], starting with a bright, long 'i' that conveys lightness. The transition to the second syllable is soft and flowing. The ending '-ro' sounds round and open. This gives Ciro an elegant and lively impression - harmonious, modern, and sonorous.

When is the name day of Ciro?

The name day of Ciro is January 31.

Popularity

Ciro is a very popular name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 1,751st in the list of the most common male baby names. Its best placement was in 2007 at 1,124th. In the last ten years, Ciro has been given as a first name about 170 times, placing it 1,756th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,090th.

Nicknames & pet names

Cir / Ciri / Cironimo / Cirono / Giro

Similar first names

Famous people

• Andres Ciro Martinez (Argentinian singer)
• Ciro Adolfi (Italian painter)
• Ciro Alegría (Peruvian writer)
• Ciro Alegria (writer from Peru)
• Ciro Capuano (football player from Italy)
• Ciro Castillo (Honduran footballer)
• Ciro Ciliberto (Italian mathematician)
• Ciro de Cesare (Italian footballer)
• Ciro de Luca Bossa (Austrian actor)
• Ciro de Quadros (doctor from Brazil)
• Ciro Di Corcia (Italian boxer)
• Ciro Ferrara (Italian football coach)
• Ciro Ginestra (Italian footballer)
• Ciro Improta (Italian football player)
• Ciro Ippolito (film director from Italy)
• Ciro Messi (son of Lionel Messi)
• Ciro Papa (Italian actor)
• Ciro Polito (Italian football player)
• Ciro Punzo (Italian painter)
• Ciro Rius (footballer from Argentina)