Lyric

Meaning of Lyric

Relating to a song or poem.

Lyric has Greek roots — browse every Greek baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Lyric

Lyric has cooled off, slipping to #640 in 2025, down from a peak of #271 in 2014.

Lyric as a boy's name

Lyric is also used as a boy's name. It refers to words of a song, like the words to a poem that is meant to be sung.

Notable people named Lyric

• Lyric Lewis
  Actress, comedian, television personality
• Lyric Hurd
  Actress, television personality
• Lyric Michelle
  Singer, songwriter
• Lyric Mariah Heard
  Model, actress
• Lyric Everly
  Social media personality

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Questions about the name Lyric

What does the name Lyric mean?

Lyric means relating to a song or poem, and it comes from Greek origins.

Is Lyric a boy's or a girl's name?

Lyric is used for both boys and girls in the United States, which makes it a unisex name.

How popular is the name Lyric?

In 2025, Lyric ranked #640 for girls, down from #594 the year before.

When was Lyric most popular?

Lyric peaked at #271 in 2014.