Amelia vs Lyra

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lyra

Girl #481 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lyre, musical instrument"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English European Literary

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#481
Total SSA Count
638
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ly, Lyrie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Lyra Rank #481

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #481 for Lyra.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amelia ___

  • Amelia Rose
  • Amelia Grace
  • Amelia Jane
  • Amelia Kate
  • Amelia Anne
  • Amelia Louise

Lyra ___

  • Lyra Rose
  • Lyra Belle
  • Lyra Evangeline
  • Lyra June
  • Lyra Skye
  • Lyra Celeste

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Lyra

Atlas Orion Caspian Vesper Sable

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Lyra more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Lyra at #481 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Lyra mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Lyra means "lyre, musical instrument" (Greek origin).

Are Amelia and Lyra boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Lyra is primarily a girl name.

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