Phil Cyr

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Phil Cyr — Greek
32K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Phil Cyr is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Phil is a masculine given name of Greek origin. Philip, also Phillip, is a male name derived from the Greek Φιλιππος (Philippos, lit. "horse-loving" or "fond of horses"), from a compound of φίλος (philos, "dear", "loved", "loving") and ἵππος (hippos, "horse"). Prominent Philips who popularized the name include kings of Macedonia and one of the apostles of early Christianity. Philip has many alternative spellings. One derivation often used as a surname is Phillips. The original Greek spelling includes two Ps as seen in Philippides and Philippos, which is possible due to the Greek endings following the two Ps. The surname Cyr: Cyr (album) by The Smashing Pumpkins Cyr Plantation, Maine, United States Cyr wheel, an acrobatic device Colonia Airport (IATA: CYR), Colonia Department, Uruguay People with the surname Anne Marie Cyr (born 1963), Canadian singer Conrad K. Cyr (1931–2016), American senior judge Denis Cyr (born 1961), Canadian ice hockey player Éric Cyr (born 1979), Canadian baseball player Frank W. Cyr (1900–1995), American educator and author Jean-Paul Cyr (born 1965), American racing driver Josh Cyr, American musician and founder of band The World Is a Beautiful Place & I Am No Longer Afraid to Die Lili St. Phil is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 32K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Phil reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Phil

Greek

Philip, also Phillip, is a male name derived from the Greek Φιλιππος (Philippos, lit. "horse-loving" or "fond of horses"), from a compound of φίλος (philos, "dear", "loved", "loving") and ἵππος (hippos, "horse"). Prominent Philips who popularized the name include kings of Macedonia and one of the apostles of early Christianity. Philip has many alternative spellings. One derivation often used as a surname is Phillips. The original Greek spelling includes two Ps as seen in Philippides and Philippos, which is possible due to the Greek endings following the two Ps.

Surname: Cyr

English

Cyr (album) by The Smashing Pumpkins Cyr Plantation, Maine, United States Cyr wheel, an acrobatic device Colonia Airport (IATA: CYR), Colonia Department, Uruguay People with the surname Anne Marie Cyr (born 1963), Canadian singer Conrad K. Cyr (1931–2016), American senior judge Denis Cyr (born 1961), Canadian ice hockey player Éric Cyr (born 1979), Canadian baseball player Frank W. Cyr (1900–1995), American educator and author Jean-Paul Cyr (born 1965), American racing driver Josh Cyr, American musician and founder of band The World Is a Beautiful Place & I Am No Longer Afraid to Die Lili St.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Phil is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Phil by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Phil Cyr

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Phil Cyr:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Phil?
The first name Phil originates from Greek. Philip, also Phillip, is a male name derived from the Greek Φιλιππος (Philippos, lit. "horse-loving" or "fond of horses"), from a compound of φίλος (philos, "dear", "loved", "loving") and ἵππος (hippos, "horse"). Prominent Philips who popularized the name include kings of Macedonia and one of the apostles of early Christianity. Philip has many alternative spellings. One derivation often used as a surname is Phillips. The original Greek spelling includes two Ps as seen in Philippides and Philippos, which is possible due to the Greek endings following the two Ps.
When was Phil most popular?
The name Phil reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Cyr?
The surname Cyr originates from English. Cyr (album) by The Smashing Pumpkins Cyr Plantation, Maine, United States Cyr wheel, an acrobatic device Colonia Airport (IATA: CYR), Colonia Department, Uruguay People with the surname Anne Marie Cyr (born 1963), Canadian singer Conrad K. Cyr (1931–2016), American senior judge Denis Cyr (born 1961), Canadian ice hockey player Éric Cyr (born 1979), Canadian baseball player Frank W. Cyr (1900–1995), American educator and author Jean-Paul Cyr (born 1965), American racing driver Josh Cyr, American musician and founder of band The World Is a Beautiful Place & I Am No Longer Afraid to Die Lili St.
What are the origins of the name Phil Cyr?
The name Phil Cyr combines two different traditions: the first name Phil has Greek roots, while the surname Cyr originates from English.
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