Girl Name · Greek Origin
Lyra
Lyra — a girl name from the Greek tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Lyre, harp", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Lura is on your shortlist, Lyra belongs in the same conversation.
Lyra meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Lyre, harp
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Lyra to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Lyra as L·Y·R·A, with 4 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Lyra is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Lyra variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Lyraa, Lyrae, Lyray, Lyr.
- Nicknames: Lyra works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Lyra with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Lyra middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Lura, Lora, Lara, Lera, Laura — full picks on the sibling names for Lyra guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Lyra? Browse our names like Lyra guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Lyra
What does the name Lyra mean?
Lyra means "Lyre, harp" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Lyra?
Lyra originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Lyra?
Lyra has 4 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Lyra a boy's or girl's name?
Lyra is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Lyra in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Lyra sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Lyra?
Names that share Lyra's sound and style include Lura, Lora, Lara, Lera, Laura.
What middle names pair well with Lyra?
Good middle-name fits for Lyra pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Lyra is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Lyra is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Lyra?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Lyra share its rhythm without rhyming — Lura, Lora, Lara all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.