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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Words of a song
- Origin
- English (word name, ultimately Greek lyrikos, 'of the lyre')
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- LIR-ik
Lyric (pronounced LIR-ik) is a clean, modern name used for children of any gender, and it means exactly what it looks like: words of a song. It's an English word name that traces back to the Greek lyrikos, 'of the lyre,' so its meaning has stayed close to its musical roots.
Meaning & Origin of Lyric
Meaning: Words of a song.
Origin: English (word name, ultimately Greek lyrikos, 'of the lyre').
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Lyric
LIR-ikIPA /ˈlɪrɪk/
Popularity of Lyric
Lyric peaked at #271 in 2014, when 1,223 babies were given the name, and has since cooled to #594 in 2024 with 507 babies.
Names Like Lyric
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FAQ
What does the name Lyric mean?
Words of a song. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Lyric?
Lyric is pronounced LIR-ik (IPA: /ˈlɪrɪk/).
Is Lyric a popular name right now?
Lyric peaked at #271 in 2014 and is ranked #594 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1928–2024.)
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