US Popularity:858
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Songlike; lyre
Lyric is a gender-neutral name of Greek and French origin, meaning “songlike” or “lyre.” In Greek, this name is derived from the word lyrikos, meaning “lyric” and “of the lyre.” In French, Lyric is also tied to the lyre, an ancient string instrument. Like Cadence, Harmony, and Aria, the melodic moniker Lyric will surely appeal to any parent with an affinity for musical names.

How Popular Is The Name Lyric?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Lyric is currently #704 on The Bump
Girl:Lyric is currently #514 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Lyric is currently #858 in U.S. births
Girl:Lyric is currently #536 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#536
in 2023
- 67
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • Behind the Name, Lyric, November 2020

  • Online Etymology Dictionary, lyric, December 2020

  • WordSense, Lyric

  • WordSense, lyric

  • Online Etymology Dictionary, lyre, September 2017

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