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UK boy's name

Kyree

A masculine name of English origin meaning "supreme ruler" or "king".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Kyree is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Kyree popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2263, with 10 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2019, with 16 births.

This profile covers 117 England and Wales registrations across 16 recorded years from 2007 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 63% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 116 living people in the UK are called Kyree. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Kyree ranked #2263 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 10 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2019, when 16 boys were registered as Kyree.
  • About 116 living people in the UK are estimated to have Kyree as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#2263

2024

Births in 2024

10

Latest year

Peak year

2019

16 births

Estimated living

116

2026

Meaning

What does Kyree mean?

The name Kyree is derived from the Greek word "kyrios," which means "lord" or "master." It is believed to have originated in the Byzantine Empire during the Middle Ages, where it was used as a title of respect for prominent individuals or members of the nobility.

The earliest recorded use of Kyree as a given name can be traced back to the 11th century, when it was mentioned in various Byzantine chronicles and records. During this time, the name was predominantly used by Greek Orthodox Christians in the eastern regions of the Byzantine Empire, particularly in areas such as Anatolia and the Aegean Islands.

One of the earliest known individuals with the name Kyree was Kyree Vasileios, a Byzantine nobleman and military leader who lived in the late 11th century. He was renowned for his bravery and leadership during the Byzantine-Seljuk wars, where he played a crucial role in defending the empire's territories in Anatolia.

Another notable bearer of the name was Kyree Theodoros, a renowned scholar and theologian who lived in the 12th century. He was highly respected for his contributions to the field of Byzantine philosophy and his extensive writings on theology and the interpretation of religious texts.

In the 13th century, Kyree Alexios was a prominent Byzantine diplomat and statesman. He served as an ambassador to the Latin Empire of Constantinople and played a pivotal role in negotiating treaties and fostering diplomatic relations between the Byzantine Empire and its neighbors.

During the 14th century, Kyree Ioannes was a celebrated Byzantine poet and writer. His works, which included epic poems and prose, were widely admired and studied in the intellectual circles of the time, and he is considered one of the most influential literary figures of the late Byzantine period.

In the 15th century, Kyree Demetrios was a renowned Byzantine architect and engineer. He was responsible for the design and construction of several iconic structures, including the Church of the Holy Savior in Chora, which is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Istanbul.

While the name Kyree has its roots in the Byzantine Empire and was predominantly used by Greek Orthodox Christians, it has transcended cultural and linguistic boundaries over the centuries. Today, variations of the name can be found in various cultures and regions around the world, each with its unique interpretations and cultural significance.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Kyree over time

The chart below shows babies named Kyree registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Kyree, the clearest high point is 2019. The latest England and Wales figure is 10 births in 2024, compared with 16 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Kyree
0481216200720152024

Decades

Kyree by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Kyree was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #2337 48 5
2010s #3418 60 9
2000s #3391 9 2

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FAQ

Kyree: questions and answers

How popular is the name Kyree in the UK right now?

In 2024, Kyree was ranked #2263 for boys in England and Wales, with 10 births registered.

When was Kyree most popular?

The peak year on record was 2019, with 16 babies registered as Kyree in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Kyree?

A masculine name of English origin meaning "supreme ruler" or "king".

How many people are called Kyree in the UK?

A total of 117 babies have been registered as Kyree across the 16 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.