Origin, Meaning, And History Of Cairo
Cairo is a name that has Arabic origins. The meaning of the name Cairo is ‘the Conqueror,’ ‘The Vanquisher,’ or ‘The Victorious.’ The name Cairo is popular because it is the name of a major city and capital of Egypt that houses one of the world’s seven wonders, The Great Pyramid of Giza. The Egyptian name for Cairo is Khere-Ohe. It means ‘The Place of Combat’ referring to the great mythological battle that took place there between the Gods Seth and Horus. The name Cairo is usually observed among the Christian and Islamic religions.
The name Cairo is popular because of its association with the capital of Egypt. Cairo is an ancient city on the banks of the Nile. It was sometimes called Umm al-Dunya, which translates to ‘the mother of the world.’ This is Africa’s second-largest city after Lagos, the capital of Nigeria. It was one of the seats of power of ancient Egypt and boasted a rich history with numerous artifacts and monuments to its name. The name Cairo usually has masculine associations but is rarely also assigned to girls. The name gained a gender-neutral status.
The name Cairo can be pronounced; ‘KIY-roh.’ Variations of the name Cairo include Carro, Caito, Caria, Caro, Vairo, and Coiro. Cairo can have several pet names, such as Kai, Caireann, Kairo, and Carl.
In the world of fiction, a memorable reference to Cairo is in the American romantic comedy film, The Purple Rose of Cairo. The story follows the life of a clumsy waitress from New Jersey. The movie is filled with fantasy and escapism. The story is centered around Hollywood and the escape it offers those whose life seems bleak. Another fictional work bearing the name is the trilogy of novels, The Cairo Trilogy, written by Egyptian novelist and Nobel Prize winner Naguib Mahfouz. The story follows the life of a Cairene patriarch and his family. The three books follow three generations of this family.
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Famous People With The Name Cairo
- Cairo Fernandes SantosAmerican-Brazilian professional footballer, plays for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL)
- Ellery CairoDutch former soccer player, was part of the Netherlands national team in 2005
- Miguel Jesús CairoVenezuelan former baseball player, bench coach for the Chicago White Sox
- Thomas CairoAmerican wrestler, best known for his appearance with Eastern Championship Wrestling
- Urbano CairoItalian businessman and chairman of the Torino Football Club
Names With Similar Sound As Cairo
Here are popular baby names that resemble the sound of Cairo but have different meanings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the meaning of the name Cairo?
The name Cairo means one who is victrious.
2. What is the origin of the name Cairo?
Cairo has an Arabic and English origin.
