Lyrae
Lyrae is a girl baby name. Ranked #16,776 in the US, popular nicknames include Lyr, Lyy, and Lyrie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Lyrae first appeared in US Social Security records in 1962.
Over 40 babies have been named Lyrae in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lyrae is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,776 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #16,776
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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About the Name Lyrae
Lyrae is a girl name .
Lyrae is currently ranked #16,776 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lyrae include Lyr, Lyy, and Lyrie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Lyrae include Lyra . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis