Cyril

Cyril is a name that has been used by many notable individuals throughout history. It is derived from the Greek name Κύριλλος (Kyrillos), which means "lordly" or "masterful". The name is often associated with Saint Cyril, a 9th-century Byzantine monk who, along with his brother Methodius, is credited with the creation of the Glagolitic and Cyrillic alphabets.

Etymology

The name Cyril is derived from the Greek word "kyrios" which means "lord". It was originally used in the early Christian era, and was borne by various saints, including Saint Cyril of Alexandria and Saint Cyril of Jerusalem.

Notable People Named Cyril

There have been many notable people named Cyril, including:

• Cyril of Alexandria, a theologian and bishop who played a pivotal role in the development of Christian theology.
• Cyril of Jerusalem, a distinguished theologian and bishop of the early Church.
• Cyril and Methodius, two brothers who were Byzantine Christian theologians and missionaries. They are credited with creating the Glagolitic and Cyrillic alphabets.
• Cyril Ramaphosa, the current President of South Africa.
• Cyril Cusack, an Irish actor known for his work in theatre, film, and television.

Cyrillic Alphabet

The Cyrillic alphabet is a writing system used by many languages, especially those of Slavic origin. It was developed in the First Bulgarian Empire during the 9th century AD at the Preslav Literary School. The alphabet is named after Saint Cyril, although there is some debate as to whether he was its true creator.

See Also

• List of people named Cyril
• Cyril (disambiguation)

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