Cyril
3 synonyms for Cyril, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Name — A male given name of Ancient Greek origin, borne notably by a ninth-century missionary to the Slavs.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Ciril
Cyrille
Kyrillos
Etymology
From Ancient Greek Κύριλλος (Kúrillos), from κύριος (kúrios, "lord, master").
Full origin of Cyril →Frequently asked questions
What does “Cyril” mean?
The word “Cyril” means a male given name of Ancient Greek origin, borne notably by a ninth-century missionary to the Slavs.
How do you pronounce “Cyril”?
“Cyril” is pronounced SIH-ruhl (/ˈsɪɹəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “Cyril” in a sentence?
Here is “Cyril” used in a sentence: “Saint Cyril helped create the Glagolitic alphabet.”
What part of speech is “Cyril”?
“Cyril” is a name.
Where does the word “Cyril” come from?
The word “Cyril” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek Κύριλλος (Kúrillos), from κύριος (kúrios, "lord, master").
Is “Cyril” a common word?
“Cyril” is an uncommon word in modern English.
