Names like Lyra
If Lyra is on your list, these girl names have the same feel, from Greek classics to names with a similar sound. Lyra has climbed the charts since 2000, so the list leans toward other names on the way up.
Top matches: Kora, Lenora, Maia and Lena.
24 girl names like Lyra
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- Kora#491Kora is often linked to Kore, the Greek word for maiden.Also GreekSame “-ra” ending
- Lenora#539Lenora means "light." It's often considered a short form of Eleanor or Helen, names that…Also GreekSame “-ra” ending
- Maia#433Maia is the name of the Greek goddess of spring.Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Lena#279Lena often means "light" or "sunlight." It can also be a short form of names like Helena…Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Thea#353Thea means "goddess." It's often associated with the Greek goddess Theia, the Titaness…Also GreekRising, like Lyra
- Rhea#639Rhea was a Titan goddess in Greek mythology, often associated with motherhood and…Also GreekRising, like Lyra
- Lana#406Lana is often considered a short form of Alana or Yelena.Also Greek2 syllables
- Theodora#726Theodora means "gift of God." It combines "theos" (God) and "doron" (gift).Also GreekSame “-ra” ending
- Demi#381The name "Demi" is often a short form of Demetria, meaning "devoted to Demeter." Demeter…Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Nellie#533Nellie is often a shortened version of names like Eleanor or Helen.Also GreekRising, like Lyra
- Katalina#430Katalina is a variation of Katherine, meaning "pure".Also GreekRising, like Lyra
- Andi#632This name means "manly" or "courageous." It suggests strength and bravery.Also GreekRising, like Lyra
- Selene#623Selene means "moon".Also GreekRising, like Lyra
- Cleo#577The name Cleo means 'glory' or 'fame'.Also GreekRising, like Lyra
- Kataleya#459Kataleya is related to Katherine, meaning "pure."Also GreekRising, like Lyra
- Helena#363Helena means "bright" or "shining light."Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Halo#613A halo is a circle of light that is often seen above the heads of saints or angels in…Also GreekRising, like Lyra
- Xyla#763Xyla is derived from the Greek word 'xylon', which means 'wood'.Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Phoenix#534A mythical bird that cyclically regenerates or is otherwise born again.Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Elaine#305The name Elaine means 'bright' or 'shining light'.Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Elina#764This name means 'bright' or 'shining light.' It's often associated with warmth and…Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Penny#740Penny is often a shortened form of Penelope, which means "weaver".Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Dorothy#421It means 'gift of God'.Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Aura#817The name means a distinctive atmosphere or quality, or a gentle breeze.Same “-ra” endingSimilar popularity curve
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- What names are similar to Lyra?
- Names with a similar style to Lyra include Kora, Lenora, Maia, Lena, Thea and Rhea.
- How are these names matched to Lyra?
- Each name is compared with Lyra on how its US popularity has moved since 2000, how popular it is today, where it comes from, and how it sounds: its ending, number of syllables and first letter. Lyra has climbed the charts since 2000, so the list leans toward other names on the way up.
- What other Greek names are like Lyra?
- Kora, Lenora, Maia, Lena and Thea share Lyra's Greek roots.