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Lyrah

Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Lyrah: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2023.

Lyrah is a modern, melodic elaboration of Lyra, a name drawn directly from the constellation Lyra, which takes its name from the Latin for 'lyre'—the ancient Greek stringed instrument. In Greek mythology, the lyre was invented by the god Hermes and later associated with the great musician Orpheus, lending the name a deeply artistic and celestial quality. While no famous historical figures have borne the exact spelling Lyrah, the constellation was famously the namesake for the fictional universe of Lyra Belacqua, the intrepid young heroine of Philip Pullman's *His Dark Materials* trilogy, a strong cultural touchstone for many parents. A notable variant, Lyra, has seen growing popularity in Scotland, and the name's sound is sometimes compared to the similarly lyrical and nature-inspired Sierra. As a modern coinage, Lyrah has no direct place connections, but it shines as a fresh, starry choice for a girl.