Kypros
Greek · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Kypros
Kypros is the Greek name for the island of Cyprus, derived from the ancient Greek word for copper (kupros), which was mined extensively on the island in antiquity.
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Etymology
Kypros is the Greek name for the island of Cyprus, derived from the ancient Greek word for copper (kupros), which was mined extensively on the island in antiquity. The name is used primarily in Greek-speaking cultures and has been associated with Cyprus since classical times, with the island playing a significant role in Greek mythology, Byzantine history, and modern Greek national identity.
Kypros currently ranks #2,587 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2001.
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