Lyra Girl
Origin(s)
Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: lyre; Latin: a constellation
Historical & Cultural Background
Lyra is derived from the Greek word for 'lyre,' a stringed musical instrument associated with the mythological figure Orpheus. In astronomy, Lyra is also the name of a constellation that includes the bright star Vega. The name has been used in various cultures and has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in literature and music.
Trend Summary
Lyra has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past decade.
Similar Names
Mira, Nina, Zara, Cora, Tara, Sierra, Kira, Vera
Variants
- Lira
International Variants
- Lyra (English)
- Lyra (Spanish)
- Lyra (Italian)
Famous people named Lyra
Lyra McKee was a Northern Irish journalist known for her investigative reporting.
Lyra Belacqua is a fictional character from Philip Pullman's 'His Dark Materials' series, known for her adventurous spirit.
Fictional characters named Lyra
Lyra Belacqua is the protagonist in Philip Pullman's 'His Dark Materials' series, embarking on a journey through parallel universes.
Lyra is a character in the animated series 'The Owl House,' known for her magical abilities.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lyra was first seen in the United States in 1893. Lyra has ranked as high as #768 nationally which occurred in 2021 and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Washington, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Lyra has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lyra (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 64 | |
| TX | 48 | |
| FL | 41 | |
| WA | 31 | |
| NY | 29 | |
| OH | 27 | |
| PA | 22 | |
| MA | 19 | |
| WI | 19 | |
| VA | 18 | |
| OR | 18 | |
| NJ | 17 | |
| TN | 17 | |
| MO | 16 | |
| IL | 16 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1893 | 5 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1919 | 9 |
| 1921 | 11 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 14 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 16 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 16 |
| 1975 | 12 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 20 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 29 |
| 2002 | 28 |
| 2003 | 26 |
| 2004 | 45 |
| 2005 | 50 |
| 2006 | 62 |
| 2007 | 67 |
| 2008 | 200 |
| 2009 | 233 |
| 2010 | 219 |
| 2011 | 243 |
| 2012 | 247 |
| 2013 | 250 |
| 2014 | 249 |
| 2015 | 276 |
| 2016 | 298 |
| 2017 | 396 |
| 2018 | 429 |
| 2019 | 431 |
| 2020 | 543 |
| 2021 | 643 |
| 2022 | 637 |
| 2023 | 638 |
| 2024 | 638 |