What does the name Lyra mean?

The name Lyra means "Lyre, harp".

How popular is the name Lyra?

In 2023, 638 babies were named Lyra in the United States. The name is currently rising in popularity.

Yes, Lyra is traditionally used as a girl's name.

Lyra is a name of Greek origin.

Girl's name

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Births Last Year: 638 ↗

All-Time Total: 7,368

Peak Year: 2021

Lyra is a name of Greek origin, derived from the word "lyra" which means "lyre" - a musical instrument from ancient Greece.

Girl names closely related to Lyra

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Boy names closely related to Lyra

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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