Cyrille is a masculine given name of Greek origin. It is derived from the Greek word "Kyrillos," which means "lord" or "master." The name Kyrillos was borne by several early Christian saints, including Saint Cyril of Alexandria and Saint Cyril of Jerusalem.
The name Cyrille became popular in France during the Middle Ages, particularly among the nobility. It was also used in Russia, where it is often spelled Kirill. In France, the most famous bearer of the name Cyrille was Cyrille Deslandes, a French explorer who participated in the voyage around the world led by Jules Dumont d'Urville between 1837 and 1840.
Today, Cyrille remains a popular given name in France and other French-speaking countries. It is often associated with strength, intelligence, and leadership due to its meaning and the historical figures who have borne the name. However, it is important to note that the personality traits of individuals named Cyrille can vary greatly, as names do not determine one's character or destiny.
The name Cyrille has seen a fluctuating popularity over the years in the United States. Here are some statistics to illustrate this:
In 1918, there were 8 babies named Cyrille.
A decade later, in 1929, the number of births with the name Cyrille decreased slightly to 6.
By 1953, another two decades had passed and the popularity of the name continued to fluctuate. The number of newborns named Cyrille was recorded as 5 that year.
Moving forward to the early 21st century, in 2002, the name Cyrille saw a small resurgence with 6 births recorded that year.
Overall, between these four years, there were a total of 25 babies named Cyrille born in the United States.