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Kyrin

A modern invented name possibly derived from Greek meaning "lord" or "master".

Name Census estimates that about 2,146 living Americans carry the first name Kyrin. It is a predominantly male name (92.9% of registrations). The average person named Kyrin today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kyrin births was 2017 (159 babies).

This page is the full Name Census profile for Kyrin. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.

Key insights

  • Kyrin is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 12 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.

People living today

2.1K

~ 1 in 159,718 Americans

Peak year

2017

159 babies that year

Average age

12

years old

2024 SSA rank

#1,739

Tracked since 1992

Gender

Gender distribution for Kyrin

Kyrin leans heavily male at 92.9% of total registrations, but 154 girls have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.

93% male
Male2,012 (92.9%)Female154 (7.1%)

Kyrin as a male name

  • Ranked #1,739 in 2024
  • 95 male births in 2024
  • Peak: 2017 (153 births)

Kyrin as a female name

  • Ranked #16,539 in 2024
  • 5 female births in 2024
  • Peak: 2004 (15 births)

Popularity

Kyrin: popularity over time

The SSA tracks Kyrin from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 1,107 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Kyrin remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.

Babies born per year

MaleFemale
04080119159199520002005201020152020

Decades

Kyrin by decade

The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Kyrin during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
1990s11221133
2000s35767424
2010s1,051561,107
2020s49210502

Geography

Where Kyrins live

The SSA's state-level files cover 17 states and territories. Texas, Louisiana, California recorded the most babies named Kyrin, while Wisconsin, Virginia, Kentucky recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 45 registrations each.

Origin

Meaning and history of Kyrin

The name Kyrin has its origins in ancient Greek mythology, where it was derived from the word "kyrinos," meaning "lord" or "master." This name was commonly used to refer to powerful gods and deities in Greek myths and legends.

In classical Greek literature, the name Kyrin appears in several works, including Homer's Iliad and Odyssey. It was often used to describe characters of great strength, courage, and leadership qualities. One notable example is the character of Kyrin, a brave warrior who fought alongside Achilles in the Trojan War.

The earliest recorded use of the name Kyrin dates back to the 5th century BCE, when it was found inscribed on ancient Greek pottery and artifacts. Throughout the centuries, the name has been adapted and modified in various cultures and languages, leading to different spellings and pronunciations.

One of the earliest known historical figures bearing the name Kyrin was Kyrin of Thebes, a Greek philosopher and mathematician who lived in the 4th century BCE. He is credited with several important contributions to the field of geometry, including the development of the concept of proportionality.

Another notable individual with the name Kyrin was Kyrin of Ephesus, a renowned sculptor who lived during the Hellenistic period in the 3rd century BCE. His masterpieces include the famous Statue of Diana at Ephesus, which was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

In the 2nd century CE, Kyrin of Alexandria was a prominent Greek scholar and philosopher. He is known for his extensive writings on various subjects, including philosophy, literature, and the sciences. His work played a significant role in preserving and transmitting ancient Greek knowledge to future generations.

During the Byzantine era, Kyrin I was the name of an influential patriarch of Constantinople who lived in the 9th century CE. He was a prominent figure in the Eastern Orthodox Church and played a crucial role in resolving theological disputes and promoting religious unity.

In more recent times, Kyrin Rakishev, a Kazakh businessman and philanthropist born in 1979, has gained recognition for his contributions to various industries and charitable initiatives. He is known for his involvement in the mining, finance, and real estate sectors, as well as his support for education and environmental causes.

While the name Kyrin has its roots in ancient Greek culture, it has transcended its origins and has been embraced by various communities around the world, each imbuing it with their own cultural significance and interpretations.

People

Kyrin + last name combinations

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FAQ

Kyrin: questions and answers

How many people in the U.S. are named Kyrin?

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 2,146 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kyrin going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 159,718 US residents.

Is Kyrin a common name?

We classify Kyrin as "Rare". It ranks above 94% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 2,166 babies have been registered with this name.

When was Kyrin most popular?

The single biggest year for Kyrin was 2017, when 159 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kyrin is about 12 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.

Is Kyrin a male name?

Yes, 92.9% of people registered as Kyrin in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.

Where does this data come from?

First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.

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