US Popularity:993
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Lyre, harp, lyre player
Lyra is a feminine name of Greek origin. Plucked out of the pages of mythology, this melodic name finds its roots in Orpheus's legendary lyre, meaning "harp" or "lyre player." It was said the music he played upon it was so beautiful it could move all animals, trees, and even the gods themselves. In a fitting tribute to the ancient hero's star power, his lyre was placed in the heavens as a constellation. Today, baby can look up and see their name written in the stars and perhaps find a muse in star Vega, whose bright light has inspired myths around the world. This inspiring name is a wonderful gift for music-loving parents to remind their little one to keep reaching for the sky.

Lyra Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Lyra is currently #173 on The Bump
Girl:Lyra is currently #75 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Lyra is currently #993 in U.S. births
Girl:Lyra is currently #371 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#993
in 2022
- 32
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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