Cylis, pronounced /'saɪləs/, is an uncommon given name of Latin origin, meaning 'like Cybele'. It is derived from the Roman goddess Cybele, who was associated with mountains and wild nature. The name Cylis is often found among individuals of Greek descent but can also be seen in other cultures as a unique choice. It has gained some recognition through its use in literature and media, making it more recognizable than some other similarly rare names.
The name Cylis experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the past two decades, with a sharp rise from 17 births in 2008 to a peak of 42 births in both 2011 and 2013. However, this trend reversed after 2014, with a steady decline in births until reaching 14 in 2021. The total number of births between 1999 and 2023 is 438.