Lyra
girl name#435 in 2025Lyra entered the US charts in 1893, peaked at #435 in 2025, ranks #435 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1893–2025
#435
rank today
#435
peak (2025)
711
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1461 |
| 1910s | #3221 |
| 1920s | #3658 |
| 1930s | #4226 |
| 1940s | #4435 |
| 1950s | #5141 |
| 1960s | #5191 |
| 1970s | #5541 |
| 1980s | #6472 |
| 1990s | #8440 |
| 2000s | #3343 |
| 2010s | #919 |
| 2020s | #489 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lyra has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 7,900 people named Lyra are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lyra is a kid of about 6 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lyra in 2025?
- Lyra ranks #435 among US girl names in 2025, with 711 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lyra most popular?
- Lyra peaked in 2025, reaching #435 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lyra with classmates?
- Lyra will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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