About Cyprus
The name "Cyprus" is derived from the Greek word "Kypros," which is believed to have originated from the ancient Greek word "kupros," meaning copper. This is because Cyprus was known in antiquity for its rich copper mines, making it a significant source of the metal. The name "Cyprus" thus reflects the island's historical association with copper mining and trade.
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Most individuals with the name Cyprus are male.
The popularity of the name has decreased by -20% over the past year.
Here's how to represent Cyprus in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Cyprus using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.