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Lyric
♂ Boy
Pronounced LEER-ik /ˈlɪər.ɪk/Low
Meaning: A lyric poem; song of personal emotionLow
In 30 seconds: Lyric is a word-name meaning a lyric poem or song from the Greek lyrikos meaning singing to the lyre. As a given name it evokes music, poetry, and emotional expression — a name for a child whose life may be filled with creative artistry.
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MeaningA lyric poem; song of personal emotion
U.S. rank (2024)#1365 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births138 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2013
Total births (all-time)≈ 4,544
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
History & Origin
Lyric is an English word-name from Greek lyrikos meaning singing to the lyre. A lyric poem expresses personal emotion. It belongs to the modern trend of artistic word-names.
Lyric is used for both boys and girls in the United States, particularly in African American communities.
Did you know? The ancient Greek lyre — the instrument of Apollo and Orpheus — gave us the word lyric. When Orpheus played his lyre, even rocks and trees moved to listen. Lyric as a name carries this mythological power of music.
Overall data confidence 90%
Variations
LyrickLyriq
Nicknames
Ly
Famous Bearers
- ★Lyric Ross (2003–present)American actress known for playing Deja on the NBC drama This Is Us and a role in Marvel's Ironheart
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Frequently Asked
What does Lyric mean?
Lyric means a lyric poem or song from Greek lyrikos meaning singing to the lyre.
How do you pronounce Lyric?
Lyric is pronounced LEER-ik with two syllables.
What is the origin of Lyric?
Lyric comes from Greek, English.
What names are similar to Lyric?
Similar names include Rhythm, Melody, and Cadence.