Cairo
ky-roe
US Popularity:622
Origin:Egyptian
Other Origin(s):Arabic
Meaning:The strong; The victorious
Cairo is a boy’s name and place name that comes from the eponymous capital of Egypt, Cairo. Also called al-Qāhirah in Arabic, this strong masculine means “the strong” or "the victorious." This may be in reference to the Mars, the vanquisher planet, which was reportedly rising over the city at its founding. Cairo has a deep and rich cultural heritage and is the largest metropolitan area in Africa and the Arab world. As a given name, it is a bold and powerful choice for baby, especially if you want to honour your Egyptian or Arab roots.
Common Nicknames for Cairo
Love the name Cairo, but want to make it extra special? Here are super-cool nicknames for baby. You’ll have tons of fun finding the one that fits your sweet kiddo just right!
How Popular Is The Name Cairo?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Cairo is currently #1012 on The Bump
Boy:Cairo is currently #566 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Cairo is currently #622 in U.S. births
Boy:Cairo is currently #333 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#333
in 2023
- 27
from 2022
Sources
WordSense, Cairo
Behind the Name, Cairo, May 31 2018
Ancestry, Cairo Family History
Britannica, Cairo, national capital, Egypt, January 2024
Online Etymology Dictionary, Cairo, October 2017
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