Kyrie
Kyrie is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Lord, master, or ruler.
Origin and history
Kyrie is derived from the Greek word 'kyrios', meaning 'lord' or 'master', famous for its use in the Christian liturgical phrase 'Kyrie eleison'. While traditionally a masculine word in Greek, it has gained modern usage as a unisex name in the United States. Its usage for girls has grown steadily in recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
4,298 babies in the United States have been named Kyrie since 1880. It ranks #2684 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1497.
States where it is most popular
- TX (20.9 %)
- CA (17.3 %)
- FL (7 %)
- OH (5 %)
- NY (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 7 |
| 1970-1980 | 49 |
| 1980-1990 | 489 |
| 1990-2000 | 620 |
| 2000-2010 | 863 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,663 |
| 2020-2029 | 607 |
Fun facts
- The term comes directly from ancient Greek liturgy and Christian prayer traditions.
- Although historically masculine in root, it has become popular for both boys and girls in the United States.