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    Cyrus

    SY-rus

    Persian
    Boy
    In the King James Bible
    Meaning
    Sun; Lord; Throne
    Origin
    Persian
    Is it in the Bible?
    Yes — Cyrus appears in the King James Bible, including Isaiah 45:1.
    First appears in
    Ezra — Exile and return
    Peak US usage
    1880s (0.037% of births), currently rising
    Spiritual meaning
    Cyrus demonstrates that God is sovereign over all rulers — using even pagan kings to fulfill His redemptive purposes.
    King James verses
    • Isaiah 45:1

      "Thus saith the LORD to his anointed, to Cyrus, whose right hand I have holden, to subdue nations before him."

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