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Greek for Lord; Kyrie Eleison are the only Greek words in the Latin mass

Personal experiences with the name Kyrie: | Edit

It's my name!

My daughter, Mercy's middle name. Kyrie is from the "Kyrie Eleison" of the church liturgy, meaning "Lord, have mercy."

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My nickname is Kyrie. My real name is Walkyria, and so it only makes sense that my nickname is Kyrie. Walkyria is too difficult for people. Many people think that Kyrie is my actual name!

Meanings and history of the name Kyrie: | Edit

Kyrie means lord. It may be shortened from Valkyrie from Norse mythology.

Famous real-life people named Kyrie: | Edit

Kyrie O'Connor, a frequent panelist on the NPR comedy show "wait wait don't tell me"

Kyrie in song, story & screen: | Edit

Kyrie by Mister Mister, many church songs
Kairi in "Kingdom Hearts"