Elyra

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Pronounced eh-LY-ruh /ɛˈlaɪ.rə/Medium

Meaning: Elyra is a modern invented name. It reads as an El- prefix on Lyra — the constellation named for the lyre of Orpheus — and echoes Elara, one of Jupiter's moons and a figure of Greek myth. No descent is documented. Routes uncertain, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: A starlit coinage: Elyra echoes Lyra, the harp constellation, and Elara (said 'eh-LY-ruh'). Routes are uncertain, which we note.

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Origin LowModern coinage, English

MeaningElyra is a modern invented name. It reads as an El- prefix on Lyra — the constellation named for the lyre of Orpheus — and echoes Elara, one of Jupiter's moons and a figure of Greek myth. No descent is documented. Routes uncertain, which we note.

U.S. rank (2023)#15876 ↘ Falling

2023 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2021

Total births (all-time)≈ 21

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Elyra is a recent coinage with no recorded etymology. It reads as an elaboration of Lyra, the constellation named for the lyre of Orpheus, and chimes with Elara, a figure of Greek myth and one of Jupiter's moons. Both are echoes rather than proven roots — routes uncertain, which we note (said 'eh-LY-ruh').

It is very rare in the U.S. and newly emerging. Starlit, modern, and freshly made.

Did you know? Lyra, the constellation Elyra echoes, is named for the lyre of Orpheus — a small harp set among the stars. Elyra is a modern name borrowing that light rather than descending from it, which we note (said 'eh-LY-ruh').

Overall data confidence 28%

References — Elyra — modern coinage; Lyra/Elara echoes only

Variations

EliraElyrahElyria

Nicknames

ElleLyra

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Elyra mean?

Elyra has no documented meaning. It echoes Lyra, the harp constellation, and Elara — echoes only. Routes uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Elyra?

It's said eh-LY-ruh /ɛˈlaɪ.rə/ — three syllables, stress on the middle.

Is Elyra a boy or girl name?

Elyra is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Elyra?

Elyra is very rare in the U.S. and newly emerging.