Cyra

Saints named Cyra

• CBVenerable Cyra of BeroeaA virgin recluse of Beroea, commemorated in the Orthodox calendar.
• Venerable Cyra of BeroeaFebruary 28Ascetic of Beroea in Syria, commemorated together with Marana.

Questions

I.When is the name day of Cyra?

The name day of Cyra is February 28, the feast of Venerable Cyra of Beroea.

II.Which saints bore the name Cyra?

The Sinaxarion archive holds 2 saints named Cyra, with their lives and icons.

III.Is Cyra a good baptismal name?

Yes. Cyra is the name of a saint of the Orthodox Church, so the child will have Venerable Cyra of Beroea as patron.