Cy
A shortened form of Cyrus or Cyril, used as a standalone given name derived from Persian or Greek roots.
Meaning and origin
Cy developed as an informal short form of longer names such as Cyrus and Cyril, becoming established as a given name on its own, particularly in American English.
How to pronounce Cy
| English (US) | SY /ˈsaɪ/ |
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