Kyrie
Boy name · 4 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Kyrie: 4 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 4 births in 2023.
Derived from the Greek *Kyrios*, meaning "lord" or "master", Kyrie is most commonly encountered as part of the Christian liturgical phrase "Kyrie eleison" ("Lord, have mercy"). In a Scottish context, it's a modern choice rarely used before the late 20th century, but has since gained momentum as a stylish, melodic name for both boys and girls. Its most prominent bearer is basketball superstar Kyrie Irving, known for his dazzling ball-handling and NBA championship win with the Cleveland Cavaliers. The name also shares its linguistic root with the word "church" in Scots via the Greek *kyriakon*. A notable variant is Kieran, an Irish name, though they are etymologically distinct; Kyrie remains a unique, spiritual pick with a contemporary feel.
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20234 babies
- Latest (2023)
- #6144 babies
- Total births
- 4since 2023
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y