Cipher
/KEE-pehr/ Spanish Male
Meaning & Origin
Cipher is a Spanish name meaning "Cipher signifies a secret code or a method of encryption. It implies mystery, intelligence, and the ability to decode or understand hidden information.". The word 'cipher' comes from the Medieval Latin 'cifra,' which is derived from the Arabic 'ṣifr' meaning 'zero' or 'empty.' It was originally used to denote the numerical symbol 0 and later evolved to mean a secret code.
Quick Facts
Language Spanish
Gender Male
Phonetic KEE-pehr
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as KEE-pehr. Keep the original Spanish phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Cipher
- · Cipher (Marvel Comics Character) - Superhero
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