Lyra

“Lyre” — Greek via Latin origin

Girl's name · #435 in the US (2025) · Trending

Lyra first appeared in 1893, vanished from the records entirely for 19 years, and since returning in 1914 has climbed back to #435. About 8,100 girls have carried it in all.

Around the world: #70 in England & Wales (2025).

Appears in 2020-2025 birth records of 42 states. See the full state-by-state map on this page.

Famous Lyras

Lyra McKee — Northern Irish journalist (1990-2019)
Lyra Ekström Lindbäck — Swedish writer
Lyra Taylor — New Zealand lawyer and social worker
Lyra B. Nickerson — American philanthropist

In stories & tradition

Lyra Belacqua — Northern Lights · The Subtle Knife
Lyra — Hulk: Raging Thunder
Lyra Erso — Rogue One: A Star Wars Story · Catalyst: A Rogue One Novel

Similar names: Jovie · Lilah · Mira · Katalina · Yara · Kora

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