Unknown; possibly a modern variant of Silas or Cyrus
Zylus is a contemporary American invention with no established etymological history. It likely emerged as a creative blend of the biblical name Silas, meaning 'of the forest,' and the Persian name Cyrus, meaning 'sun.' Its use is extremely rare, appealing to parents seeking a unique, high-energy sound with the trendy 'Z' initial.
Less common today
Zylus isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,209 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
