Sirius
Origin and Meaning
The name Sirius is a boy's name of greek origin meaning “glowing”.
Sirius shines brightly as both a name and a star. It originates from the Greek word 'seirios', meaning glowing or scorcher, and is the name of the brightest star in the sky. Many know it because of the character Sirius Black in the Harry Potter series, which has helped the name gain popularity among fans of fiction. The name has a celestial feel, appealing to those interested in astronomy or mythology. Variants like Cyris or Cyrus are different but retain some of the same charm.
At a Glance
| Origin | greek |
| Gender | Boy |
| Meaning | glowing |
| Popularity | ★★☆☆☆ (3/10) |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Starts with | S |
| Styles | fictional, unique |
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